Flanders' life sciences research institute; translating scientific discovery into health and wealth through life science research and innovation
| Organization Name | Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie (VIB) / Flanders Institute for Biotechnology |
| Primary Focus | Flanders' life sciences research institute; translating scientific discovery into health and wealth through life science research and innovation |
| Headquarters Location | Ghent, Belgium |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Organization Size | ~1,700 employees across 4 laboratories |
| Investment Focus / Business Model | NOT A VC FIRM - Public non-profit research institute conducting life sciences research |
| Founders/Leaders | Founded by VIB Foundation; current leadership includes CEO Hans Geysen, Scientific Director Prof. Veerle De Clercq |
| Legal Structure | VIB Foundation - non-profit research organization funded by Flemish Government |
| Public Email | info@vib.be |