At YIMBiK (Young Innovators and Researchers in Microbiology and Biotechnology Kenya), we believe that young people hold the key to solving some of the continent’s most urgent challenges—food insecurity, public health threats, environmental degradation, and unemployment.
Through cutting-edge biotechnology, microbiology, and climate-smart innovations, we equip students and young professionals with the skills, mentorship, and platforms needed to develop sustainable solutions for their communities and beyond.
Whether you're a student, researcher, entrepreneur, or institution, YIMBiK invites you to be part of a national movement that’s building a healthier, food-secure, and resilient Kenya.
YIMBiK is a youth-driven network transforming food systems, public health, and environmental resilience through science, technology, and entrepreneurship.
We invite students, professionals, and institutions to join our mission of securing Kenya’s future through biotechnology and innovation.
YIMBiK welcomes all undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing courses related to microbiology, biotechnology, Biological sciences, health sciences, agriculture, and environmental studies. If you are committed to solving real-world problems through research and innovation, this membership is for you.
Access to incubations, training, bootcamps, and research grants
Internship and mentorship opportunities
Involvement in food security and health innovation programs
Priority participation in national and international conferences
Networking with top researchers and biotech startups
For graduates, researchers, and professionals passionate about health, food security, and biotechnology innovation.
YIMBiK welcomes dynamic professionals across Kenya and Africa who are committed to using science, research, and entrepreneurship to solve critical challenges in public health, agriculture, environment, and sustainable development.
This membership category is designed to offer opportunities for career advancement, research collaboration, innovation leadership, and national policy engagement.
Lead Research & Innovation Projects
Collaborate with students or co-lead community-based projects in food security, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), climate change, or biotech.
Mentorship Opportunities
Serve as a mentor to students or young startups and influence the next generation of innovators.
Access to Funding & Publications
Receive alerts on grant calls, co-author scientific papers, and access publishing support.
Policy and Advocacy Engagement
Participate in stakeholder roundtables and contribute to national science and innovation policy.
Networking & Professional Growth
Build connections with universities, research institutions, industries, and government bodies.
Showcase Your Expertise
Feature in YIMBiK's professional directory, blog, or spotlight sessions.
Collaborate to drive national transformation through science, youth, and innovation.
YIMBiK invites universities, research institutions, development agencies, biotech firms, government bodies, NGOs, and private sector players to become institutional or partner members. By joining us, your organization plays a key role in fostering youth-led solutions for public health, food security, and climate-smart development.
Collaborative Research & Innovation Projects
Co-design programs focused on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), sustainable agriculture, and One Health.
Pipeline of Trained Talent
Access skilled, mentored graduates for internships, research attachments, or employment.
Policy & Advocacy Influence
Engage in dialogues shaping youth policies, innovation financing, and science governance.
Brand Visibility & Recognition
Feature on YIMBiK platforms, partner showcases, and at national innovation events.
Joint Program Development
Co-host bootcamps, research challenges, agribusiness expos, or training programs.
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