Creating a network of excellence

in Advanced Biotechnology & Genomics

African Centre for Gene Technologies

The ACGT is a collaborative initiative founded in partnership by leading academic and research institutions, including the Universities of Pretoria, Johannesburg, the Witwatersrand, and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). ACGT serves as a collaborative platform supporting scientific innovation, capacity building, and sustainable development in the biosciences. Together, we are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in advanced biotechnology research across Africa, with a core focus on “-omics” sciences, including genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and metagenomics.

Collaboration Opportunities

ACGT welcomes opportunities to collaborate with researchers, institutions, and industry partners who share our passion for advancing biotechnology, genomics, and biomedical science. Together, we can drive impactful research and innovation that benefits society. If you’re interested in partnering with The African Centre for Gene Technologies, please contact us to explore how we can work together.

Join Our Bioscience
Collaboration Network

Be part of a thriving community dedicated to the future of biotechnology, genomics, and biomedical science. Let The African Centre for Gene Technologies support you in advancing your research and achieving your innovation goals.

ACGT Facilities

Facilities

Our laboratories equipped to provide a controlled space for research and experiments.

ACGT Research Programmes

Research Programmes

Our laboratories equipped to provide a controlled space for research and experiments.

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Our Partners

University of the Witwatersrand - Johannesburg
University of Pretoria
University of Johannesburg
CSIR