The alliance seeks to promote joint research and innovation projects, human capital development, and new opportunities for technology transfer, integrating the capabilities of both institutions to study deep-sea ecosystems. The launch ceremony for the framework cooperation agreement between MELISA Institute and the Millennium Institute of Oceanography (IMO) was held at the Vice-Rectorate for Research and Development of the University of Concepción. This initiative establishes

During August and September 2026, our Recruitment and Clinical Protocols team will contact all women who volunteered to participate in the cohort entitled "Preconception Cohort and Women's Sample Repository for the Study of Molecular Markers of Pregnancy and Pregnancy Outcomes." The process will begin with a phone call from one of our team members. Afterwards, the informed consent form will be sent by email or WhatsApp for review. Volunteers will have the opportunity to ask a

At MELISA we are committed to opening spaces that strengthen scientific collaboration and train new generations of researchers! Raydan Lemus, a doctoral student in Analytical Science and Technology at the University of Concepción, completed an internship at the MELISA Institute as part of a research project focused on studying samples associated with different biological conditions. His work seeks to leverage advanced proteomics tools to deepen the understanding of cellular m

MELISA Institute announces its membership in Marca Chile, an initiative that promotes Chile's image internationally and recognizes organizations that embody attributes such as excellence, innovation, and global reach. Being part of this network positions MELISA Institute as a key player in the country's scientific and biotechnological ecosystem, strengthening its visibility and standing in international arenas. This membership recognizes the research center's work in generati

According to the latest study by Endeavor, the Biobío Region contributes approximately 7% of the country's total GDP, positioning itself as one of Chile's most productive and industrially significant areas, particularly highlighting the development of the forestry industry and its capacity to drive innovation and regional growth. In this context, Bioforest, ARAUCO's R&D center, carries out important work focused on research, innovation, and sustainable forest protection, prom

Part of the MELISA Institute staff visited the Department of Pathophysiology at the Faculty of Biological Sciences of the Universidad de Concepción, in a session focused on strengthening scientific collaborations and exploring new avenues for joint work. Representing MELISA Institute were Eloisa Koch, General Manager; Mauricio Hernández, MSc, Chief Laboratory Officer (CLO); and Pablo Saldivia, a member of the research staff. They were welcomed by Dr. Jorge Toledo, Director

With technology capable of detecting proteins in very low concentrations, MELISA Institute, based in San Pedro de la Paz, Biobío Region, is positioned today as a unique technological hub in Chile and Latin America, capable of competing worldwide in advanced proteomics. After obtaining a patent in the United States and exporting highly complex scientific services, the institute leads research ranging from the development of biomedical solutions to the study of life in extreme

Felipe Ávila, a member of MELISA Institute's scientific staff, participated in the 11th SLIMP 2026 of the Latin American Society for Maternal-Fetal Interaction and Placenta, an event that brought together research and projects focused on maternal-fetal health and the study of the placenta. During the congress, advances were presented, highlighting the application of cellular and molecular biology along with bioinformatics analysis. In addition, spaces were created for complem

With the aim of promoting proteomic research, advanced training, and the creation of scientific networks in the country, MELISA Institute...

In order to reaffirm our commitment to excellence in scientific research and high-precision diagnostics, this month we have added two new...