European Bioinformatics Institute | EMBL-EBI

About the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI)

The European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) is a leading centre for bioinformatics research and services, located in the United Kingdom. As part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), EMBL-EBI plays a crucial role in providing open access to data and bioinformatics tools that support life science research.

Founded in 1994, EMBL-EBI has grown to become a hub for biological data, hosting a vast array of databases and resources that are essential for researchers worldwide. The institute focuses on the integration of biological data, offering services that facilitate the analysis and interpretation of complex biological information.

EMBL-EBI’s core activities include:

• Data Services: Providing comprehensive databases for genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics.
• Research: Conducting cutting-edge research in bioinformatics and computational biology.
• Training: Offering training courses and workshops to enhance skills in bioinformatics.
• Collaboration: Partnering with academic institutions, industry, and other research organisations to advance the field.

The vision of EMBL-EBI is to empower researchers by making biological data universally accessible and usable. The institute is committed to fostering innovation and collaboration in the life sciences, ensuring that researchers have the tools they need to make groundbreaking discoveries.

With a dedicated team of scientists, software developers, and support staff, EMBL-EBI continues to lead the way in bioinformatics, contributing significantly to the global scientific community.