Mission and Objectives
The mission of the Joint genome center (JGC) between SU and SAA is increasing the competitiveness of the Bulgarian bio-economy through the creation of a modern high-tech center.
It will provide the Bulgarian universities, academic and research units of small and medium enterprises access to modern equipment, patents, know-how, using a multidisciplinary approach, advanced experimental methods, and professionals to develop sustainable, high-cost and competitive agricultural bioproducts, food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, energy and forestry industries, healthcare and pharmaceutical industry.
Realizing the "triangle of knowledge - the development of economically and socially significant synergy between research, innovation and education policy
Creating the conditions for uniting researchers from different institutes, universities and private sector workers in the genome and metabolomni research in agriculture to improve agricultural products, livestock and health in order to avoid duplication of project financing nationwide
Ensuring effective participation in national and international research, development and applications
Creation and implementation of competitive products with high added value and protect intellectual property
Creating the conditions for obtaining a better education and career development of young and highly motivated researchers
Ensure effective transfer of competitive technology and developing products with high technology companies and organizations from public and private sectors to improve domestic agriculture, industry and health
Improving interaction with ERA NET and leading international research centers and programs, and private companies working in the field of research genomes providing access to the latest achievements of science and technology
Transfer, development and effective use of high-tech methods of diagnosis, evaluation and control of plant origin, feed, food and other products
Develop programs for effective assessment and conservation of biodiversity in plants, animals and microorganisms in
The objectives of JGC are: