Hosting of “Master Food Identity”

From June 20^th to July 1^st, the Institute of Applied Biosciences, as main partner of the Master Food Identity program in collaboration with the Ecole Supérieure d'Agricultures d'Angers, France, hosted 20 students from 14 countries.

The students were trained in the advanced technologies used by INAB in the agri-food sector, such as DNA-based protocols for traceability and adulteration detection in food, third-generation sequencing, microbiome analysis of protected origin cheeses, and biochemical analysis for organoleptic and physicochemical measurements of PDO Greek table olives, providing a complete experience of a product's lab analysis.

Participation of the Health Psychology Team in the Annual Conference of the European Hematology Association

The Health Psychology Team of INAB|CERTH, participated for the second consecutive year in the Annual Conference of the European Hematology Association - EHA2022 Congress, on 9-17 June 2022, in Vienna.

Organization of the Food Identity MS program

Since 2017, ΙΝΑΒ is a partner and co-organizes a Master Program in Food Identity; a multidisciplinary program that takes place in four European countries and trains future experts in the agri-food sector with an international vision of culture, market analysis and competences in food processing, authentication of GI products, sensory analysis, quality control, marketing strategy and entrepreneurship.

Approval of participation in the Network of Researchers on the Chemical Evolution of Life | NORCEL

Approval of participation in the Network of Researchers on the Chemical Evolution of Life | NORCEL

Exploration of the role of biological data in precision nutrition

The European research project PROTEIN aims to promote a healthy lifestyle, prevent from chronic diseases (e.g. obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease) and develop novel tools to provide personalized nutritional advice (precision nutrition) to EU citizens.

Organization of educational seminar for the management and certification of the dairy production chain from genetically improved goat breeds

In the frame of the EpiMilk research project "Development of an integrated system for the management and traceability of the entire value chain of dairy products from goats adapted to the mountainous area of Epirus", on June 18, 2022, INEB, in collaboration with the Holy Metropolis of Ioannina Development Company and the University of the Aegean, will organize an educational seminar addressed to research and development staff, scientific staff, involved stakeholders, companies and animal breeders in the city of Ioannina.

INAB hosts meeting with the European Clinical Research Infrastructure Network ECRIN – ERIC

INAB hosts the meeting with Jacques Demotes, President of the European Clinical Research Infrastructure Network ECRIN – ERIC, aiming to ensure the active participation of Greece in the multinational clinical studies and the ECRIN-ERIC infrastructure.

Genetic identification of small ruminant breeds

Since 2018, the scientific team of INEB is responsible for the genetic characterization of small ruminants, especially on autochthonous breeds and populations, using genomic technologies for the traceability of Greek breeds and their products (Michailidou et al., 2018; 2019; Michailidou, Pavlou et al 2021; Michailidou, Gelasakis et al 2021).

Identification of SARS-CoV-2 virus in mink farms (2020-2022)

During the SARS-CoV-2 virus crisis, INAB, in cooperation with the Regions of Central and Western Macedonia, was responsible for the genetic control management of SARS-CoV-2 virus detection in mink farms.

INAB hosts "Training School on Bio-Banking on Neutropenias"

INAB hosts at its premises the "Training School on Bio-Banking on Neutropenias" by COST Action CA18233 European Network for Innovative Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Neutropenias (EuNet-INNOCHRON).

Emblematic Actions of the Greek Wine and Olive Roads

The Institute of Applied Biosciences has successfully contributed to the Emblematic Actions on vitis cultivars, Greek wines, olives and olive oil. The Institute had a key role in the genetic and genomic characterization of Greek varieties.

Research projects implementation with Agrotech Export Partnership collaboration

The Institute of Applied Biosciences is a member of the Agrotech Export Partnership, which was created in 2020 by the initiative of 18 organizations and export companies of northern Greece.

The vision of the Cluster is to become the reference point of the Agri-food sector in Greece and abroad, utilizing the unique Greek agricultural products and the know-how, innovation and productive capacity of its members to promote prosperity, healthy Mediterranean diet and sustainable development.

INAB|CERTH has processed a total of 42.756 samples with the method of molecular identification of the virus (RT-PCR)

In the framework of the Flagship Research Initiative of SARS-Cov-2, in the period 01.01.2021 - 31.10.2021 INAB|CERTH has processed a total of 42.756 samples with the method of molecular identification of the virus (RT-PCR) developed by Flagship Research Initiative. In addition, 10.554 samples have been processed by the rapid enzyme immunoassay method.

INAB has provided more than 1,600 free diagnostic tests to patients with cancer

INAB, Coordinator of the Flagship Initiative "Hellenic Network of Precision Medicine on Cancer" has provided more than 1,600 free diagnostic tests to patients with cancer, within a 2-year period.

Digital transformation and the 4th industrial revolution in the Rice value chain, through the RUMORE pilot project

The Region of Central Macedonia in cooperation with two CERTH Institutes (INAB and ITI), through the RUMORE project, completed the development and testing of a pilot application in the rice value chain.

Two new projects of ΙΝΑΒ on the approved list of the Region of Central Macedonia Innovation Plans

The two new projects of INAB which have recently started in the framework of Innovation Plans of the Region of Central Macedonia are:

New project: MINEFIELD

The new project of INAB|CERTH entitled "MINEFIELD: Investigation of action and development of environmentally friendly insect repellent and/ or fungicidal preparation from low cost mineral materials" was approved.

Memorandum Agreement between the Institute of Applied Biosciences and the Region of Central Macedonia

A Memorandum Agreement between the Institute of Applied Biosciences (INAB) and the Regional of Central Macedonia was signed. The scope of the agreement is the utilization of Thermaikos gulf Observatory measurements for the marine environment in order to be used for the development early warning predictive models for dangerous natural phenomena.

INAB|CERTH signs Program Agreement with the Region of Central Macedonia

INAB|CERTH signed the Program Agreement with the Region of Central Macedonia, through which free diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 virus are provided in host institutions, nursing homes, and structures, for people with special needs from the region of Central Macedonia.

Initiation of collaboration between the National Public Health Organization and INAB|CERTH for the genomic surveillance of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in Greece

Initiation of collaboration between the National Public Health Organization and INAB|CERTH for the genomic surveillance of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in Greece

INAB collaborates with the Assocation of Greek mussels farmers

Following a request of the Association of Greek Mussel Farmers, the Institute of Applied Biosciences prepared a Technical Report regarding the determination of the production cost of a typical mussel cultivation farm in Greece.

New project: Gallantries

The new project of INAB|CERTH entitled "Gallantries: Bridging Training Communities in Life Science, Environment and Health" was approved. The project will be implemented with funding from the European Commission under the Erasmus⁺ Program.

New project: Neoteric

The new project of INAB|CERTH entitled "NEuromorphic Reconfigurable Integrated photonic Circuits as artificial image processor - NEoteRIC (action)" was approved. The project will be implemented with funding from the European Commission under the Horizon 2020 Program.

New project: Streamline

The new project of INAB|CERTH entitled "Streamline: Strengthening regional stem cells based research for advancement of multi modal innovative strategy for modeling neurodevelopmental disorders" was approved. The project will be implemented with funding from the European Commission within the framework of Horizon Europe.

INAB|CERTH signed contracts with Hospitals from all over Northern Greece for the molecular detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus

INAB|CERTH signed contracts with Hospitals from all over Northern Greece for the molecular detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

INAB|CERTH provides free diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 virus in host institutions, nursing homes and social support and care structures

Under the auspices of the GSRI, INAB|CERTH provides free diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 virus in host institutions, nursing homes and social support and care structures for people with disabilities from the region of Central Macedonia. The staff and administration of the INAB|CERTH will continue to fulfill its mission of applied research with a social impact and always respond to social needs.

GREECE vs CORONA Website now available

The website www.greecevscorona.gr of the Flagship Research Initiative on the "Epidemiological study of SARS-CoV-2 in Greece through extensive tests for virus and antibodies, viral genome sequencing and genetic analysis of patients SARS-CoV-2 virus» is now available.

INAB as knowledge provider in Blue growth sector

The Institute of Applied Biosciences (INAB) as knowledge provider during BLUE_BOOST project with the collaboration of Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, successfully implemented two preliminary research projects funded from innovation vouchers.

Initiation of collaboration between the National Public Health Organization and INAB|CERTH for the investigation and diagnosis of persons suspected of being infected with SARS-CoV-2

Initiation of collaboration between the National Public Health Organization and INAB|CERTH for the immediate laboratory investigation and diagnosis of persons suspected of being infected with the new SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus and the immediate taking of measures to prevent secondary transmission.

Meeting under the Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with executives of the research community on the progress of the Flagship Research Initiative "GREECE vs CORONA"

Meeting under the Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with executives of the research community on the progress of the Flagship Research Initiative on the "Epidemiological study of SARS-CoV-2 in Greece through extensive tests for virus and antibodies, viral genome sequencing and genetic analysis of patients for the treatment of SARS-CoV-2 virus".

INAB|CERTH in the frontline of fighting the SARS-CoV-2 virus pandemic

INAB|CERTH was designated by the state (Law 4712/ 29-07-2020) as one of the three research bodies that will assist in the management of the SARS-CoV-2 virus pandemic.

Participation of INAB|CERTH in the Flagship Research Initiative "GREECE vs CORONA"

Participation of INAB|CERTH in the Flagship Research Initiative on the "Epidemiological study of SARS-CoV-2 in Greece through extensive tests for virus and antibodies, viral genome sequencing and genetic analysis of patients for the treatment of SARS-CoV-2 virus".

Article published "Tailoring Tomatoes To Match Individual Consumer Needs"

The tomato is a “functional food,” meaning its consumption goes beyond basic nutrition. It has bioactive components, which may reduce the risk of certain types of cancers. Research in genome editing created the opportunity to target specific genes involved in different molecular pathways with the aim to produce a local genetic variation that will increase the repertoire of interesting plant characteristics.

Article regarding research conducted by INAB’s Researchers “Automation And Data Linking For Better Signal Search”, published in Uppsala Reports

The Uppsala Reports magazine invited INAB Researchers to contribute an article about their recent research concerning the development of a data and knowledge model enabling the automatic exploitation of pharmacovigilance signal reports based on linked data and FAIR (findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability) data principles.

Hellenic Precision Medicine Network on Oncology

Dr. Kostas Stamatopoulos, coordinator of the Hellenic Precision Medicine Network, at the Special Permanent Committee on Research and Technology

2nd Public Event of the Hellenic Precision Medicine Network on Oncology

The 2nd Public Event of the Hellenic Precision Medicine Network on Oncology will be held at the Hellenic Pasteur Institute on Monday 18th February 2019 at 10.00 am. Attached is the agenda of the event.

ISO 27001:2013 Certification

INAB is certified according to ISO 27001: 2013 for its Information Security Management System, which has designed and maintained since 2018. Achieving this important goal gives INAB a distinction among all Hellenic Research Centers and Academic Institutions.

2018 Lymphoma Coalition (LC) Global Lymphoma Patients Survey

The Institute of Applied Biosciences at CERTH (INAB | CERTH) was responsible for performing the analysis and writing the reports for the 2018 Lymphoma Coalition (LC) Global Lymphoma Patients Survey.

INAB's Distinction in 2018 Community Service Award Winners

The Carpentries Executive Council announced that Malvika Sharan and Fotis Psomopoulos received the special CarpentryCon Community Award. The Executive Council created this award to acknowledge their tremendous contributions in establishing CarpentryCon, the first global in-person event to bring together newer and more experienced community members to share knowledge, network, develop new skills, and develop strategies for building strong local communities in an inclusive and welcoming environment.

ELIXIR / CODATA-RDA Research Data Science Advanced Workshop on Bioinformatics

As part of the CODATA-RDA Research Data Science Summer School in Trieste (6-17 Aug 2018), ELIXIR Training has contributed in the organization of the flanking Advanced Bioinformatics workshop (20-24 Aug 2018) with a particular focus on Machine Learning applications.

1st Public Event of the Hellenic Precision Medicine Network on Oncology

The 1st Public Event of the Hellenic Precision Medicine Network on Oncology will be held at the National Hellenic Research Foundation on Wednesday 20th June 2018 at 10.00 am. Attached is the agenda of the event.

The THRIVING LAND project has started

The Thriving Land project, a project for the promotion of agri-food education, funded by the TAP Natural Gas Transmission Pipeline, was launched in cooperation with the Bodossaki Foundation, the American Farm School, and the Institute of Applied Biosciences.

INAB's representatives in 8th iBOL Conference

The 8th International Barcode of Life Conference (#iBOL2019) will be held in Trondheim, Central Norway between June 17-20, 2019. There will be two pre-conference workshops on June 16; one on the curation of the barcode library of marine invertebrates and the other on the use of mBRAVE to analyze invertebrate metabarcode data from eDNA in urban aquatic environments.

Participation and Networking in the BBI info day in Brussels

INAB's representatives participated in the BBI info day in Brussels, on April 12 & 13, 2019. The morning sessions provided information about the BBI JU initiative and all aspects of the Call process. In addition to plenty of informal networking during the breaks, the afternoon provided an opportunity for participants to hold face-to-face meetings using the professional/corporate profile in the BBI JU Partnering Platform. 

Participation in the AlgaeCeuticals workshop

Participation in the AlgaeCeuticals workshop

Meeting in Limnos for the development of a cross border network for enterprices producing local products and research institutes

Meeting in Limnos for the development of a cross-border network for enterprises producing local products and research institutes.

Participation and presentation of the BioProspect project in an information event in Ioannina

Participation of INAB's representatives and presentation of the BioProspect project in an information event in Ioannina.

Initiation of Flagship Initiative “Olive Roads”

Olive Roads is the promotion of the cooperation of human resources and infrastructure of Greece, in order to highlight the qualitative characteristics of the Greek varieties and olive oil. Using genomic and advanced diagnostic technologies, it aims to trace, identify, and certify olive varieties and improve the processes of edible olive and olive oil production.

FruitTrees2Safeguard kick-off meeting

INAB's representatives participates in the Kick off meeting of the FruitTrees2Safeguard project. The project “FruitTrees2Safeguard” aims to enrich and organize the field gene bank collections, create parent plants for the production of certified propagating material and evaluate, utilize and improve local cultivars.

AGRO-IDENTITY Kick off meeting

INAB's representatives participates in the Kick off meeting of the AGRO-IDENTITY project in Lesvos. The project “Authenticity identification and competitiveness enhancement of local traditional products of the agri-food sector” is implemented within the framework of the Cooperation Programme INTERREG V-A Greece-Cyprus 2014-2020 and it is co-funded by the European Union (ERDF) and National funds of Greece and Cyprus.

Participation in PlantID's kick off meeting, Oslo

Participation in the Kick off meeting of the PlantID – Marie Curie ITN project in Oslo.

Participation in the international conference L’Orchidee, Paris

Participation in the international conference L’Orchidee, Paris

INAB participates in Thematic Group of the ENRD

Participation in the Thematic Group Smart Village in the frame of the European Network for Rural Development

RISE 2018 Coordinators Day

The Horizon 2020 – Marie Skłodowska-Curie – RISE scheme supports short-term mobility of research and innovation staff at all career levels, from early stage (post-graduate) to the most senior (management) profile, including administrative and technical staff. It is open to partnerships of universities, research institutions, and non-academic organisations both within and beyond Europe.

New project: HOLEA

The new project of INAB|CERTH entitled "HOLEA - Application of modern analytical and chemometric techniques for the quality control - fraud of olive products" was approved.