Welcome to IBMBB
The Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IBMBB) is a postgraduate training institute of the University of Colombo. The main thrust areas of activities are MSc, MPhil and PhD programmes. The main objective of these courses is to provide focused training in current areas of molecular life sciences relevant to the development of Sri Lanka and also to encourage young graduates to proceed for further advanced studies leading to PhD.
Masters Programmes
IBMBB will commence academic activities of Masters/MSc courses in March every year. The Masters/MSc programmes at the IBMBB include extensive laboratory training and its graduates are in high demand in receiving job offers even before completion of the degree programme. Some of the successful MSc students are able to obtain PhD studentships at the IBMBB.
Placements for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
(QECS)
IBMBB is one of the institutes recognized for hosting Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars(QECS) by the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MSc in Molecular Life Sciences and MSc in Cellular & Molecular Immunology programmes are offered by IBMBB for QEC Scholars through the Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka. IBMBB has received Commonwealth Scholars since 2014 and since then has admitted scholars from Commonwealth Countries every year.
Cancer Biology and Tumor Immunology: Molecular Mechanisms and Immune-Based Therapies
Cancer Biology and Tumor Immunology: Molecular Mechanisms and Immune-Based Therapies For more details, visit: https://www.ibmbb.cmb.ac.lk/?page_id=10219 Apply Now
Vaccinology: principles, practice and future directions
Vaccinology: principles, practice and future directions For more details, visit: https://www.ibmbb.cmb.ac.lk/?page_id=10219 Apply Now
Biostatistics And Research Methods For Medical Research
Biostatistics And Research Methods For Medical Research For more details, visit: https://www.ibmbb.cmb.ac.lk/?page_id=10219 Apply Now
PROJECT ASSISTANT (ON CONTRACT)
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Post of IT/ Marketing Assistant (On Assignment)
INSTITUTE OF BIOCHEMISTRY, MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY (IBMBB), UNIVERSITY OF COLOMBO Post of IT/ Marketing Assistant (On Assignment) The IBMBB will entertain applications from…
Best Annual Report Awards organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
We are delighted to announce that IBMBB’s Annual Report 2024 has won the Bronze Award at the Best Annual Report Awards…
The Training Course in Cell Culture Techniques – January 2026
The Training Course in Cell Culture Techniques – January 2026 The Training Course in Cell Culture Techniques – January 2026 was…
IBMBB ALUMNI
IBMBB ALUMNI We’re growing, and we want you with us! The IBMBB is officially launching its Alumni network and we want…