EMBRC-Belgium contributes to a vibrant third edition of the EMBRC Science Days in Gran Canaria
What is EMBRC?
The European Marine Biological Resource Centre (EMBRC) aims to advance fundamental and applied marine biology and ecology research, while promoting the development of blue biotechnology. This is achieved by facilitating access to marine organisms and ecosystems, experimental facilities, technological platforms, and relevant services in its 86 marine stations and research institutes in 10 countries in support of robust and efficient research.
Our Network
Our member countries offer a wealth of marine biological laboratories and stations dedicated to the investigation of marine organisms and ecosystems. By making their services and resources available to European and international research/innovation communities, we help researchers from academia and industry to study the ocean and develop innovative solutions to issues
How does EMBRC-BE fit in?
EMBRC Belgium coordinates EMBRC at a national level. Bringing together five operators offering marine biology services:
- Ghent University (UGent)
- Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ)
- University of Leuven (KU Leuven)
- Hasselt University (UHASSELT)
- Institute of Natural Sciences
EMBRC-BE Services
EMBRC-BE offers a variety of services supporting both fundamental and applied research activities for sustainable solutions in the food, health and environmental sectors. To learn more about each service category offered in Belgium, click on the icons below.
News & events
EMBRC published the 2025 Annual Report with an overview of the work its research network across Europe.
On December 9th, the 10th anniversary of the Belgian branch of the European Marine Biological Resource Centre was celebrated at RBINS.
EMBRC Belgium will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
EMBRC HQ has launched an improved website aimed at enhancing user experience and strengthening its connection with stakeholders.
Flemish operators of EMBRC (UGent (7 laboratories), KU Leuven, UHasselt and Flanders Marine Institute) received FWO funding for the period 2025-2026.