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TRACEGET (Translational Center for Gene Technologies) is a gene technology competence center established at the Life Sciences Center of Vilnius University (VU LSC) under the project "Implementation of Mission-Oriented Science and Innovation Programs" within the priority mission topic "Innovations for Health." More information about the project

It brings together cutting-edge research infrastructure, highly qualified experts, and an open environment for collaboration between academia and industry, fostering innovation in the field of health.

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The center integrates core facilities equipped with state-of-the-art scientific equipment and multidisciplinary scientific expertise to ensure the efficient development of new biomedical programs and the improvement of existing therapeutic strategies, with a particular focus on age-related diseases and cancer. The center will later expand into the new building of the Faculty of Chemistry and Geosciences currently under construction in the Saulėtekis Valley next to the Life Sciences Center.

Through this Competence center, biotechnology startups and researchers can develop products more quickly and efficiently, while the advanced infrastructure is open to collaboration at both national and international levels. The establishment of the center was guided by best practices from Heidelberg University, the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), and other core facilities.

From Idea to Product

The Translational Center for Gene Technologies is more than a research facility — it is where innovation meets real-world application. We actively support the creation of start-ups, spin-off companies, and new products emerging from research conducted within the Center

OUR VISION

We envision a future where breakthrough discoveries in gene and cellular technologies seamlessly translate into therapies and products that improve human health and drive economic growth. The Translational Center for Gene Technologies is established as the critical bridge between fundamental academic research and high-value commercial applications. We bring together the brightest scientists from academic and business environments, providing them with cutting-edge infrastructure, intellectual support, and a dynamic collaborative environment needed to accelerate innovation

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to concentrate and develop leading competencies in gene editing, microfluidics, molecular and cell technologies, driving progress in the fast-growing field of gene and cellular therapy — for biomedicine, life sciences, and biotechnology.

We achieve this by:

Efficiently integrating cutting-edge research equipment into Lithuania's life sciences ecosystem
Creating an environment where academic discoveries rapidly translate into tools, technologies, and products
Fostering partnerships between scientists, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders
Providing governance, legal, and intellectual property support to bring innovative ideas to market

We Contribute to Lithuania's Scientific and Economic Future

The Center is aligned with Lithuania's priorities for scientific development, economic diversification, and high-tech sector growth:

Strengthening Lithuania's position within the European life sciences landscape
Creating new technologies and products with significant commercial and societal value
Attracting international investment and talent to Lithuania
Developing the next generation of scientists and innovators
Creating high-value jobs in the biotechnology and biomedical sectors
Strengthening the start-up ecosystem and expanding models of business-academia collaboration

INFRASTRUTURE

The Competence center comprises 8 core facilities equipped with state-of-the-art research equipment, with a total value of €12 million. These laboratories provide researchers, business partners, and startups with access to the most advanced technologies in the field of life sciences.

Coming soon — our Technology Incubation Laboratories will open their doors in the near future. These purpose-built spaces are designed to take early-stage technologies and scientific ideas from proof-of-concept to validated prototypes:

Dedicated laboratories for start-ups, spin-off companies, and innovative researchers
Access to specialized equipment
Consultations with expert scientists
Connections to Life Sciences Center partners

SERVICES OFFERED

The TRACEGET competence center offers a wide range of services to researchers, business partners, startups, and other science and industry organizations seeking to leverage advanced infrastructure and expert knowledge in the field of life sciences.

For Researchers

The Center aims to attract and retain the world's best scientific talent. Whether you are early in your career or an experienced researcher — we offer the environment, infrastructure, and community needed to do your best work. We offer:

State-of-the-art equipment with expert technical support
Access to the international scientific community through the EMBL network and partners
Interdisciplinary collaboration in gene editing, microfluidics, and therapy development
Innovation development from idea to product

For Business & Industry

The Center is a trusted partner for companies seeking deep scientific expertise, advanced infrastructure, and effective innovation commercialization. We offer:

R&D services with access to advanced equipment
Collaborative partnerships for technology and product development
Technology licensing
Incubation opportunities for start-ups and spin-off companies
Training of highly qualified talent

ACCESS POLICY

Access is organized according to the Open Access principle, ensuring transparent and non-discriminatory access for all users. Users are divided into three main groups, each with different priorities and registration rules.

User Segments

1. Internal Academic Users: Researchers, scientists, and PhD students from LSC and other Vilnius University faculties.

2. External Academic Users: Other Lithuanian and international universities, public research institutes, hospitals (e.g., Santaros Clinics).

3. Industrial/Commercial Users: Biotechnology startups, biotech, pharmaceutical and other companies, as well as international corporations..

Types of Access

Self-service (Instrument-only Access): The user is certified by the Centre’s staff, pays only for equipment usage time, and performs research independently (e.g., microscopy, sequencing). Applicable only to academic users and some experienced commercial users.
Full-service: Research activities are carried out end-to-end by specialists of the competence centre (e.g., bioinformatics data analysis, development of gene-editing lines). Most commonly applied to industrial orders and projects involving complex equipment.

CONTACT US

Let's Shape the Future of Life Sciences Together

Whether you are a researcher, a company, an investor, or an institution — we invite you to discover what the Translational Center for Gene Technologies can offer you.

Services are provided based on a one-stop-shop principle.

For inquiries about the competence center's services, please contact us by email at:

If you have a VU e-identity, you can also contact VU LSC services by filling out a form in the LSC request system

The NEMO (National Equipment Management and Operations) system is used for booking equipment in the core facilities. The system is currently being implemented and will be available to researchers at VU LSC.

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