Biozentrum building from the outside, lecture hall

Welcome to the Faculty of Biology

The Faculty of Biology at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is located in the centre of the HighTechCampus Martinsried. It has close links with the Munich-Nymphenburg Botanical Gardens and various natural science collections.

News & Events

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30/08/2026 Tiny lodgers – huge impact
Guided TRR356 PlantMicrobe tour with Dr Dagmar Hann & Leonie Hinderhofer
16/07/2026 Roasted and browned: how gut bacteria break down heated foods
Heating food generates new dietary compounds. A study shows that an enzyme in gut bacteria can expand its functional repertoire to process them.
10/07/2026 Discovery: oxygenic photosynthesis is possible with only one photosystem
A research group at LMU led by molecular biologist Dario Leister is overturning long-held textbook wisdom.
09/07/2026 Invisible diversity: The biodiversity of microbes
Jörg Overmann studies the diversity of microorganisms – and wants to establish a closer link between LMU and the Bavarian State Collections of Natural History.

Research Priorities

The Faculty of Biology is one of the strongest research-based biological faculties in Germany. The know-how and creativity of our scientists form the basis for the faculty's outstanding research record.

Excellent research environment

Scientists from Germany and abroad find excellent conditions for their research at the Faculty of Biology - in their field as well as in an interdisciplinary network.

Forward-looking Research Areas

Collaborative and ERC Projects

State-of-the-art research infrastructure

Study Biology

Bachelor's, Master's, teacher training: We offer challenging courses in all types of degrees. Always close to current research, but also with the necessary practical relevance in the heart of the science and business metropolis of Munich.

Advice and Orientation

Whether you are a prospective student, first semester student, student in the examination phase or graduate: We will help you with your questions about studying or starting your career.

For Students

General information for students

Video portraits of our Master's programmes

Biology lettering of the faculty — Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the life sciences – with excellent research, committed teaching and a unique variety of topics in the middle of Munich.

2:47 | 20 May 2025 | ©Fricke Film

About the faculty

As one of the largest biology faculties in Germany, the Faculty of Biology at LMU combines a wide range of research fields and study options.

Organization of the faculty

The Faculty is managed by the Faculty Board and supported administratively by the Administrative Office - here you will find all the important information about the organisation.

Bio Alumni

Mentoring and Networking

Bio Connect

Biology for all

The Faculty of Biology promotes exchange between science, schools and society.

Science for the public

What are the latest results from our research projects? How does it feel to study biology? We offer interested parties as well as teachers and their students tailor-made offers and events - directly from the world of science.

Biozentrum from the outside, view on students and library

50 years of the Faculty of Biology: Stibor on data and change

News

Exhibition: “Diversity of Biodiversity”