International research centre devoted to curing #cancer and other diseases linked to #aging. @iCERCA center, member of @_BIST.IRB Barcelona. Biomedical research institute that works for a life free of cancer and other diseases linked to ageing.

Core values

- **Addressing Major Diseases**: IRB Barcelona focuses on multidisciplinary research to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing, which are major societal health challenges[1][4][5].
- **Technology Transfer and Clinical Translation**: The institute establishes technology transfer agreements with the pharmaceutical industry and major hospitals to bring research results closer to society, accelerating the translation of fundamental research to clinical practice[1][4].
- **International Collaborations and Funding**: IRB Barcelona participates in large international consortia, receives funding from prestigious sources like the European Union’s Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe, and collaborates with global research institutions, which enhances its impact and reach[3][5].
- **Promoting Wellbeing and Mental Health**: The institute includes activities covering wellbeing in its induction and training programs, and it adheres to high ethical standards, including strict animal welfare policies and a Gender Equality Plan[2].
- **Public Engagement and Education**: IRB Barcelona organizes science outreach activities to engage the public in an open dialogue about scientific research[1][4].