Symbiosis School of Biological Sciences (formerly Symbiosis School of Biomedical Sciences) – commonly referred to as SSBS – is situated amid lush hills at the Lavale campus of Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

SSBS was established in 2011 under the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FoMHS) to address the need for a school devoted to imparting training in Life Science research. The state-of-the-art research laboratories and mentoring by faculty members who possess domain-specific expertise and considerable postdoctoral experience are the USPs of SSBS. SSBS prepares its students to function as independent researchers to succeed in the ever-growing and challenging field of human health and disease.

Therefore, teaching and learning at SSBS is facilitated through interactive discussions and exposure to laboratory-based exercises. We strictly promote practicing a research approach that is systematic, logical, empirical, replicable, and ethical. We expect our students to raise the bar and set high expectations for themselves.

Overall, SSBS provides a unique opportunity and a conducive environment for its M.Sc. Biotechnology and M.Sc. Biochemistry students to conduct basic research that has clinical implications or that translates into innovation. We strive to transform the Life Science graduates of today into responsible scientists of tomorrow. We hope that in future, we can serve our community through progress made in science!