Advanced epigenetics studies to increase the research and innovations capacity of the Roumen Tsanev Institute of Molecular Biology of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences

The global objective of the Roumen Tsanev Institute of Molecular Biology is to develop its traditionally strong focus on epigenetics and chromatin biology towards a world-class level of research excellence. Our Institute has identified Prof. Stefan Dimitrov - a top level scientist and an internationally recognised expert in the field of epigenetics -as a prospective ERA Chair holder. We intend to achieve significant improvements in research and innovations capabilities of the IMB-BAS in the area of the Institute's long term specialisation, producing a clear impact on publication quality and newly acquired knowledge with translational potential. This should be achieved by:- Transfer of knowledge with a major focus on PhD students and young postdocs to provide for sustainable growth of IMB-BAS and reduce the ""brain drain""