We convert biological questions into answers

The SBCB Lab has a solid history of research in bioinformatics, with several publications in the area with the development of new algorithms and the application of gold-standard techniques to analyze biological data. The laboratory works on developing new tools and customization of pipelines for genomics, transcriptomics, metagenomics, proteomic, structural bioinformatics, and multiomics analysis.

Considering the field of Computer Science, the laboratory works on developing new techniques based on artificial intelligence, machine learning, heuristic search methods, and massively parallel processing to deal with different biological data processing challenges.

Considering the field of Biological Sciences, the laboratory conducts research projects involving various areas of application: medical biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, animal biotechnology, microbial biotechnology, and plant biotechnology.

About Us

Join our team!

SBCBLab is actively seeking talented Master's and Ph.D. Candidates in Computer Science or Cell and Molecular Biology.

We are looking for candidates with
  • A strong academic background in Computer Science or Bioinformatics

  • Excellent writing and documentation skills

  • A high degree of motivation, attention to detail, and passion for science

What we offer
  • An opportunity to engage in cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research

  • A focus on developing innovative methods and computational strategies for Bioinformatics problems

  • Potential scholarships and state-of-the-art infrastructure to develop your research.

Apply

Please email Prof. Dorn (mdorn@inf.ufrgs.br) with a brief introduction about your academic background, research interests, and career goals.

Tools and Datasets

Science is rapidly advancing towards a paradigm of greater transparency and accessibility. This shift encompasses not only the sharing of data but also extends to publications, computer code, and methodologies.

In recent years, SBCB Lab has developed many tools, libraries, and datasets to foster collaboration and enhance accessibility within the scientific community. Our commitment to free access to these resources reflects our belief in the importance of leveling the playing field and empowering researchers from diverse backgrounds to contribute meaningfully to scientific progress.

International Cooperation

Cooperation is the vital conduit through which we stay attuned to the latest trends, breakthroughs, and applications in science and knowledge, thereby ensuring our relevance and effectiveness in addressing contemporary challenges. At the SBCBLab, we recognize the indispensable role of collaboration in driving innovation and fostering cross-pollination of ideas.

Our engagement in numerous international cooperation projects exemplifies our commitment to harnessing the power of collective intelligence on a global scale. Through these projects, we endeavor to cultivate a cohort of highly skilled and adaptable professionals capable of navigating the complex landscape of modern research and innovation. Armed with a diverse skill set and a global perspective, these researchers are poised to advance knowledge within academia and translate their findings into tangible solutions with real-world impact, spanning both academic and industrial domains. The laboratory's main international partners are from Germany, Chile, and France.

Partnerships

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