The Computational Biology Unit works at the intersection of computer and life science. Its primary focus is on developing and implementing novel computational methods and apply these in the pursuit of fundamental biological questions.

Our research focuses mainly on the six themes below.

Mathematical modelling

Besides being a leading hub of computational biology research spanning both the basic and applied fields, CBU staff are heavily involved in education and in infrastructure efforts. CBU coordinates courses and degrees to educate the next generation of computational biologists. ELIXIR Norway, the national node of ELIXIR, is coordinated by CBU and University of Bergen. ELIXIR Norway is funded by the Research Council of Norway, and builds upon the Norwegian Bioinformatics Platform, which has provided support and tools for Norwegian life science research for nearly two decades.

Providing bioinformatics solutions and support to the molecular life science community.

Preparing bioinformatics students for the unique challenges of modern molecular life science.