The Lithuania research site is hosted at Vilnius University Life Sciences Center (VU LSC), which covers a broad range of scientific fields and experimental techniques, enabling a multidisciplinary approach to address fundamental questions in life sciences.
VU LSC hosts research groups with expertise in protein production and analysis, protein X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM SPA, bioinformatics, AFM, membrane biology, and biothermodynamics – the facility serves as the national hub for structural biology in Lithuania.
The Vilnius University Life Sciences Center is home to three academic branches that take part in joint activities: the Institutes of Biochemistry, of Biotechnology and of Biosciences. It is a new and innovative center possessing modern laboratory equipment and top-level scientific research services. The Life Sciences Center of Vilnius University comprises a large amphitheater 340-seat auditorium, 34 smaller lecture halls, general-use classrooms & meeting rooms as well as spacious hall areas. The Center is open to scientific events in the fields of life and physical sciences, biotechnologies, innovations, higher education policy and STEAM education.
VU LSC is a key player in the field of life sciences due to modern infrastructure, highly qualified and prominent scientists in biotechnology, biochemistry and biosciences, cooperation with recognized international research institutions and business partners.