The Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) of the Helmholtz Munich is a multi-disciplinary academic research structure strongly integrated with the Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI, Chair: Prof. Ntziachristos) at the Technical University of Munich and is the cornerstone of a rapidly expanding bioengineering ecosystem in the Munich science area; including the Research Center TranslaTUM and the Helmholtz Pioneer Campus, which integrate bioengineering with oncology and metabolic disorders, respectively.

Our scientists develop bioengineering solutions for the life sciences and medicine to benefit patients and society by inventing next-generation imaging and sensing methods. Our innovations make it possible to measure previously inaccessible properties of living systems, catalyzing breakthroughs in biology, medicine, and the environment. The Institute has 12 laboratories ranging from engineering to biological and medical research, is home to researchers from more than 25 nationalities and promotes independent career development and diversity. With a broad international presence and many prestigious awards, IBMI leads imaging and sensing technologies, advances biomedical discovery and translates novel sensing technologies to clinical applications.