Biomolecular Sciences Institute

The institute is a multidisciplinary consortium of FIU researchers and educators in science, engineering, medicine and public health, in partnership with community providers coming together to seek innovative solutions for improving individual health and wellness. BSI supports educational success through research, teaching and mentorship for undergraduate and doctoral students, as well as for postdoctoral fellows.

Translational Molecular Discoveries

The Translational Molecular Discoveries program, an FIU Emerging Preeminent Program, unites faculty researchers across disciplines to make advances against cancer, drug-resistant superbugs, mosquito-borne diseases and more.

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News

Apr
10

BSI team joins forces with Oragenics in search for new antibiotics

A biophysics team led by Prem Chapagain and Bernard Gerstman has joined forces with Oragenics Inc. in an effort that […]

Mar
28

Scientists discover how mosquitoes zero in on our sweat

Finding creates roadmap for repellent design, population control Just like fresh-baked cookies or sizzling bacon is to us, the scent […]

Mar
11

BSI faculty member teams up with Engineering Resources Group

Dr. Marcus Cooke, Environmental Health Sciences professor and Biomolecular Sciences Institute faculty member, together with Mr. Christopher Ross, Engineering Resources […]

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Seminars

We host and participate in scholarly events offering insights into a variety of research topics.

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Calendar

May 21, 2019: Seminar: Invertebrates and associated microorganisms of the marine mesophotic zone at AHC3 - Academic Health Center 3

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