KIU Institute of Biomedical Research
Transforming health through science, innovation, and collaboration.
Tackling Global Health Challenges
Translating scientific research into real-world healthcare solutions.
We conduct high-impact research across neurobiology, nanotechnology, molecular biology, and epidemiology—driven by collaboration, critical inquiry, and the urgent health needs of Africa.
Read MoreThrough lab-based sessions, technical demonstrations, and entrepreneurship programs, we equip students and staff with the scientific and practical skills to lead in biomedical fields.
Read MoreIBR is investing in advanced labs, interdisciplinary research centres, and regional partnerships to accelerate innovation in healthcare, biotechnology, and sustainable development.
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About Us
Established to Advance Biomedical Excellence in Africa
The Institute of Biomedical Research was established in April 2012 under the headship of Professor Wilson Byarugaba to promote and develop the role of Biomedical research. Following his resignation, Dr. Marta Vicente Crespo became the next Director of the Lab from November 2012 to 2016. Subsequently, the leadership of the institute was placed under the former associate director of Post Graduate School, Dr. Monica Namayanja, between 2016 – 2018, and later given to Dr. David Kalenzi (former Director of Post Graduate School) between 2018 – 2019.
Before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lab was headed by Ms. Sarah Gift Witto, the former Head of the Labs between 2019 – 2020.
Upcoming Event
Primer Design & PCR Training
Theme: Bench to Breakthrough: RNA Research Shaping Modern Biology
DATE: 2nd October 2025
TIME: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: IBR Labs (Faculty of Biomedical Sciences).
