MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit

We aim to understand the fundamental biochemical and biological processes taking place in mitochondria, and the roles and integration of mitochondria within the cell. We learn about the involvement of mitochondria and mitochondrial dysfunction in human diseases, and use our understanding and knowledge to develop new therapies to treat them.

We have 11 Principal Investigators who lead independent research groups. We have cross-disciplinary interactions between our groups, who also collaborate with other leading research groups on the local, national and international stage.

We have laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation, with access to further large-scale facilities. We work closely with the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR) clinical and non-clinical scientists, and with other clinical scientists in the School of Clinical Medicine. 

We are supported by core funding from the Medical Research Council and closely integrated into the academic community of the University of Cambridge. 

We are committed to mentoring and supervising our students to the highest possible standards and their success is very important to us. Our students organise an active social and academic calendar, including joint events with student societies in other Cambridge departments and institutes.

Public engagement

Our public engagement activities include: 

• visits to local schools and other organisations
• participation in science festivals
• organisation of annual Open Days
• involvement in other events for public understanding of science
• engagement with artists and designers on the artistic interpretation of our science

You can find us on: 

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• ResearchGate