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The BioTechnology Institute (BTI) is the hub of world-class biotechnology research at the University of Minnesota. Our mission is to advance cross-disciplinary research and innovation at the forefront of biotechnology, and to facilitate industry interactions. We support collaborative discovery within the University and serve as a vital link to industry partners through:

Research: BTI faculty conduct field-shaping and cross-disciplinary research and innovation at the forefront of biotechnology.

Workforce training : BTI offers critical workforce training and development programs to help prepare the next generation of biotechnologists.

Biomanufacturing services: Through Minnesota Biomanufacturing Services (previously Biotechnology Resource Center), BTI offers biomanufacturing expertise and services to industry and the University.

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BioTechnology Institute

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BTI publications: March - May 2026

Building biotech connections through BACTER

BTI publications: November 2025 - March 2026

BTI publications: May - November 2025