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IMMB is committed to multidisciplinary research, creation of new knowledge and advances in biomedical research, health care, education and training of its staff, existing as well as future generations of scientists and health care professionals. IMMB aims to provide an unsurpassed environment for young and established scientists by creating an atmosphere of lively research environment with a free exchange of ideas and technical knowledge leading to innovations.

IMAGE OF THE MONTH APRIL 2026The Blue SilenceThe Blue Silence reveals a quiet surrender within the once vibrant landscap...
11/05/2026

IMAGE OF THE MONTH APRIL 2026

The Blue Silence

The Blue Silence reveals a quiet surrender within the once vibrant landscape of endothelial cells. What appears as gentle blue staining is, in truth, the signature of time prematurely imposed. Following exposure to hydrogen peroxide, an invisible surge of oxidative stress ripples through the cytoplasm, overwhelming the cell's delicate redox balance. Mitochondria falter, DNA damage signals persist, and the machinery of renewal slowly grinds to a halt. The SA-ẞ-Gal stain does not merely color the cells, it chronicles their transition into senescence, a state where life continues without growth. Each blue marked cell stands as evidence of survival without function, a biological pause enforced by oxidative injury. What should have been a dynamic monolayer of of regeneration becomes a field of arrested vitality, where the echoes of stress are preserved in cobalt hues across the cellular canvas.

IMAGE OF THE MONTH MAY 2026Hepatocellular ballooningThe liver of mice fed a high-fat diet (Western-type) under H&E stain...
11/05/2026

IMAGE OF THE MONTH MAY 2026

Hepatocellular ballooning

The liver of mice fed a high-fat diet (Western-type) under H&E staining captured the enlarged and swollen hepatocytes with collapsed cytoskeleton in rarefied cytoplasm. This is a histologic hallmark of apoptosis and fibrosis, primarily found in liver injuries after persistent inflammation and insulin resistance. This proves that the prolonged consumption of the diet creates a stressful, toxic environment for liver cells, causing the situation beyond the normal insult. Remarkably, this scenario mimics the hypercaloric diet lifestyles among modern societies, as recorded in public health statistics.

IMMB Research Talk | IRT Series 02/2026 | 08042026IMMB was honoured to host Prof. Dr. Mohd Nasir Bin Mohd Desa from the ...
10/04/2026

IMMB Research Talk | IRT Series 02/2026 | 08042026

IMMB was honoured to host Prof. Dr. Mohd Nasir Bin Mohd Desa from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia for an insightful research talk titled “Pneumococcal Genotyping: From Laboratory to Public Action.”

The session highlighted the significance of pneumococcal genotyping in bridging laboratory research with real-world public health applications. It also fostered meaningful discussions among participants on the role of molecular epidemiology in disease prevention and control.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Prof. Dr. Mohd Nasir for sharing his valuable knowledge and expertise with the IMMB community.

20/03/2026

SALAM SYAWAL 1447H/2026M DARIPADA INSTITUT BIOTEKNOLOGI PERUBATAN MOLEKUL (IMMB)

IMMB ingin mengucapkan Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Maaf Zahir dan Batin kepada seluruh warga UiTM yang dikasihi.

Semoga Syawal yang mulia ini membawa keberkatan, kegembiraan dan mengeratkan lagi silaturahim dalam kalangan kita semua. Didoakan agar segala amalan di bulan Ramadhan diterima dan kita dikurniakan kesihatan, kebahagiaan serta kejayaan berterusan.

Raikanlah Aidilfitri bersama insan tersayang dengan penuh kesyukuran dan kesederhanaan.

Pagi raya pakai kebaya,
Berseri wajah penuh bahagia,
Andai tersalah kata dan bicara,
Maaf dipinta sepenuh jiwa.

Salam Aidilfitri, Maaf Zahir dan Batin.
Terima kasih.

Ikhlas,
Institut Bioteknologi Perubatan Molekul (IMMB)

IMAGE OF THE MONTH MARCH 2026An SEM view of a confluent Caco-2 monolayer on a Transwell insert, where a high TEER value ...
06/03/2026

IMAGE OF THE MONTH MARCH 2026

An SEM view of a confluent Caco-2 monolayer on a Transwell insert, where a high TEER value (826 Ωcm²) highlights the formation of a tight, functional intestinal epithelial barrier. The Transwell system enables polarised cell growth by separating apical and basolateral compartments, closely mimicking the intestinal epithelium. Under these conditions, Caco-2 cells differentiate into enterocyte-like cells representative of the human small intestine which is used as an in vitro model to study intestinal barrier function and permeability.

🌙✨ Salam Ramadan Al-Mubarak 1447H ✨🌙Institut Bioteknologi Perubatan Molekul (IMMB) mengucapkan selamat menyambut bulan R...
18/02/2026

🌙✨ Salam Ramadan Al-Mubarak 1447H ✨🌙

Institut Bioteknologi Perubatan Molekul (IMMB) mengucapkan selamat menyambut bulan Ramadan yang penuh keberkatan kepada semua.

Semoga Ramadan kali ini membawa ketenangan, meningkatkan keimanan, dan melimpahkan rahmat serta kesejahteraan buat kita semua.
Ramadan Kareem 🌙🤍

Happy Chinese New Year. Gong Xi Fa Cai. Semoga tahun ini dipenuhi kemakmuran, keharmonian dan kesejahteraan buat semua. ...
16/02/2026

Happy Chinese New Year. Gong Xi Fa Cai. Semoga tahun ini dipenuhi kemakmuran, keharmonian dan kesejahteraan buat semua. Ikhlas daripada Institut Bioteknologi Perubatan Molekul (IMMB).

IMAGE OF THE MONTH FEBRUARY 2026The "Green Stain" captures a moment of quiet catastrophe unfolding within the fragile ar...
12/02/2026

IMAGE OF THE MONTH FEBRUARY 2026

The "Green Stain" captures a moment of quiet catastrophe unfolding within the fragile architecture of a developing embryo. Beneath layers of meticulously forming tissue, a silent alarm has been activated-set off by maternal exposure to bisphenol A (BPA). Through precise staining, the release of cytochrome c becomes visible, radiating from the mitochondria like a breach in cellular order. This molecular escape marks the point of no return, igniting a cascade of apoptotic signals that spread relentlessly from cell to cell. What should have been a symphony of growth is instead transformed into a controlled collapse, each glowing signal a testament to programmed cell death overtaking development. The luminous contrast within the image serves as haunting evidence of a future interrupted-life halted not by chance, but by an unseen chemical influence, long before it could fully take shape.

PRECISION MATTERS: HANDS-ON PIPETTING AND WEIGHING WORKSHOP | 21012026Speakers: Prof. Dr. Noor Alicezah (CARE Institute)...
23/01/2026

PRECISION MATTERS: HANDS-ON PIPETTING AND WEIGHING WORKSHOP | 21012026

Speakers:

Prof. Dr. Noor Alicezah (CARE Institute)
Ms. Farah Nurraida (Labchem Sdn. Bhd.)
Mr. Benjamin Kwan (OHAUS)

IMMB Research Talk | IRT Series 01/2026 | 21012026IMMB was honoured to host Dr. Pheik-Sheen Cheow from the Malaysia Geno...
21/01/2026

IMMB Research Talk | IRT Series 01/2026 | 21012026

IMMB was honoured to host Dr. Pheik-Sheen Cheow from the Malaysia Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI) for an insightful research talk titled “Newcastle Disease Virus (NDV)–Vectored Vaccine: A Journey of Excitement.”

The session provided valuable insights into vaccine development using viral vectors and sparked engaging discussions among participants. We thank Dr. Cheow for generously sharing her expertise and experience with the IMMB community.

IMMB NEWSLETTER ISSUE 57 - OCT - DEC 2025
20/01/2026

IMMB NEWSLETTER ISSUE 57 - OCT - DEC 2025

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