Welcome to the Bio21 Institute, a flagship multidisciplinary research centre of excellence in the basic disciplines underpinning biotechnology.
Cutting-edge and architecturally unique, the Bio21 buildings are in the heart of Parkville's Biotech Precinct. The first building, the David Penington building, was opened in 2005. Bio21 now consists of four buildings and is home to more than 800 researchers, professional staff, students and industry participants.
Co-located at Bio21 are members from the Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Melbourne Dental School, School of Biosciences, School of Chemistry, and the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. Our industry participants range from an R&D group of Australia's largest biopharmaceutical company - CSL Ltd, to diverse start-up companies.
This interactive site has been developed to help you settle into your new home and provide you with an online reference guide. It includes basic information on the facilities, services and activities available to all Institute members.
The Bio21 Institute aims to add value and breadth to your experience in areas including interdisciplinary research programs, access to cutting-edge technology and expertise, community outreach and industry engagement opportunities. Overall, a range of opportunities that complement your disciplinary depth, skills and experience.
At the Bio21 Institute, fostering our internal community is important. We encourage you to contribute to our diverse programs, activities, and associations, and to provide us with your feedback and suggestions.
The Bio21 Institute, as a facility, provides an environment that fosters leading-edge research. However, it's about the people, and together we can explore new horizons to make a difference in research, industry and the community. We welcome you and hope your first days and journey ahead are all that you imagined and more.
Prof Michael Parker, Director
-Prof Michael Parker, Director
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Access
Building access to the Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute in Parkville.
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Audio visual and office equipment
Access wifi, loan projectors, a copier and telephones.
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Basic services for tenants
The Bio21 Institute provides these basic services.
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Bio21 intranet
Log in to the Bio21 intranet.
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Computing help
We provide computing support to members working in platform technology facilities and Bio21 Management.
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Event spaces
Consider the atrium, auditorium, courtyard or café at Bio21 for your next event.
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General building matters
Cleaning, security, general building and electrical maintenance are carried out by the University's Property and Campus Services.
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Meeting spaces
The Institute has several meeting rooms available for use by members and tenants (charges may apply).
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Parking
Car and bike parking.
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Stores and purchasing
The Specialist Store website is open from 9.00am to 4.00pm each weekday (except University holidays).