Latvian Biomedical Research and Study centre

Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre (BMC) is the leading scientific institute in molecular biology and biomedicine in Latvia. Since its establishment in 1993 it has evolved into a powerful scientific centre performing basic as well as applied research in three major directions: molecular medicine; biotechnology and structural biology; molecular ecology and biosystems.

Research in the BMC is organized by research teams led by leading researchers. All leading researchers are provided with the opportunity to represent their group at the BMC Scientific Council, providing the opportunity to influence BMC organizational arrangements, identification of key research directions and the Institute overall strategy, as well as coordinate cooperation between groups. New research themes and projects are proposed on the basis of research initiative being discussed by the Scientific Council.

In close cooperation with higher education institutions there is also work in the field of education. Highly qualified academic staff, friendly environment and world-class equipment provides opportunities for the training of Latvian and foreign students and doctoral students.