Medical & Environmental Biotechnology
Cancer biology, plant metabolites and rapid detection tools
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Research that improves life
Advancing Molecular
Biology for
Health, Agriculture &
Biotechnology.
CEMB is Pakistan's premier molecular biology research centre driving innovation, education and impact since 1985.
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World Cotton Day 2026 Celebrated with Zeal and Spirit at CEMB, University of the Punjab
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COMSTECH Coordinator General Prof. Dr. Iqbal Chaudhary Visits CEMB-PU, Reviews Genome Editing Training Outcomes and Research Collaboration
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Field Visit to UAF and AARI Concludes COMCEC- and COMSTECH-Funded International CRISPR Training at CEMB
1985Established
11+Research Laboratories
1,392Research Publications
281Ph.D Produced
912M.Phil Produced
52Patents
3,339.4176Impact FactorThe CEMB campus
A place built
for discovery.
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Discover CEMBOur legacy 1985—Today
Four decades of
scientific excellence.
Since 1985, CEMB has advanced molecular biology through discoveries, partnerships and achievements recognised in Pakistan and around the world.
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Projects awarded · 2022–2026
102
Competitive and University projects
37 HEC, non-HEC and other projects, 61 University of the Punjab projects, and 4 UDRG projects.
1,392Publications 220Conferences, seminars & workshops 1,600+Scientists reached View institutional record
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14 awarded · 36 submitted
Total institutional patent portfolio through 16 July 2026; two records await status classification.
53
MoUs · 53 agreements
Institutional partnerships with ministries, universities, hospitals and industry since 1986.
Nobel
Laureates’ comments
Reflections from Nobel prize–winners recorded in CEMB’s guest book since the 1980s.
Our laboratories
State-of-the-art labs.
Limitless possibilities.
Nutraceutical & Microbial Biotechnology
Microbial products, biosafety and bioactive screening
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From discovery to
real-world impact.
Explore selected tests, therapies, and biotechnology innovations developed at CEMB.
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Hereditary Cancer Screening
Diagnostic service
Genetic testing to help assess inherited breast and ovarian cancer risk, supporting early detection and informed care.
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DNA Sexing for Birds
Diagnostic service
Non-invasive, DNA-based sex identification for avian species, widely used by breeders and aviaries.
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MCC Detection in CVS
Diagnostic service
STR-based maternal-cell-contamination testing for chorionic villus sampling, supporting accurate prenatal diagnosis.
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Filgrastim (G-CSF)
Biotech product
An indigenous recombinant protein developed to support white blood cell recovery, part of CEMB's biopharmaceutical portfolio.
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PCR Reagents & Kits
Biotech product
Locally developed PCR enzymes, master mixes and reagent kits for research and diagnostic laboratories.
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Diamond Red 2X PCR Master Mix
Biotech product
A ready-to-use PCR master mix formulated for reliable amplification in research and molecular diagnostics.
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Ocular Repair Research
Research impact
Stem-cell-based approaches under investigation for corneal and ocular tissue repair.
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Diabetic Wound Repair
Research impact
Regenerative-medicine research exploring stem-cell support for chronic diabetic wound healing.
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CEMB Cotton Varieties
Research impact
Approved CEMB cotton varieties available in the market
CKC-01CKC-03CKC-06CKC-05CEMB-AAS3CEMB-66CEMB-100CA-12
About CEMB
Why CEMB?
For nearly four decades, CEMB has been at the forefront of molecular biology research in Pakistan and beyond.
Pioneering ResearchLeading discoveries with real-world impact.
World-Class FacilitiesCutting-edge labs and advanced technologies.
Highly Qualified TeamScientists, scholars and experts driving innovation.
Global CollaborationsPartnering with top institutions around the world.
Leadership at CEMB
A vision for the future.
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From the Founding Director
Read the Founding Director’s messagePlease join hands and work selflessly and collectively — nothing is impossible.
From the Chairman
Read the Chairman’s messageCEMB stands as a beacon of innovation, a testament to the power of research, and a hub of opportunity for the next generation of scientists.
From the Director
Read the Director’s messageAs Director, I am committed to ensuring that CEMB continues to make valuable contributions to science.
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The CEMB Information Booklet.
A 24-page look inside our laboratories, researchers and four decades of scientific progress at the Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology.
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Inside CEMB
Where science comes to life.
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October 2026
World Cotton Day 2026 Celebrated with Zeal and Spirit at CEMB, University of the Punjab
7 October 2026: The Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology (CEMB), University of the Punjab, celebrated World Cotton Day 2026 with great zeal and spirit. The event, themed Celebrating the day of a crop that has the potential…
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Institutional visit
October 2026
COMSTECH Coordinator General Prof. Dr. Iqbal Chaudhary Visits CEMB-PU, Reviews Genome Editing Training Outcomes and Research Collaboration
October 7, 2026—Coordinator General COMSTECH, Islamabad, Prof. Dr. Iqbal Chaudhary (HI, SI, TI), visited the Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology (CEMB), University of the Punjab, Lahore, where he held a detailed meeting…
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Training workshop
September 2026
Field Visit to UAF and AARI Concludes COMCEC- and COMSTECH-Funded International CRISPR Training at CEMB
September 25, 2026: The 4th and concluding day of the COMCEC- and COMSTECH-funded international training on “Genome Editing and Crop Biotechnology to Address Climate Challenges” concluded with a field visit to University of…
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