Vision
To be a regional hub of biotechnological research excellence for development.

Mission
To conduct research, training and extension in biotechnology as an institute that optimizes the contribution of biotechnology and life sciences for sustainable development via capacity building, innovations and technology transfer.

Core Values

• Results oriented: Embrace optimum performance and team spirit inorder to achieve the Vision, Mission and Strategic plan of the Institute
• Innovation: Encourage, support and initiate novel research projects
• Training: Quality training to the satisfaction of customers and stakeholders.

Objectives of the Institute

• Research: Facilitate, collaborate and fund research activities
• Development: Provide equal opportunities for self -development to staff and students
• Technical and Commercialization: Promote, uphold and sustain new and existing research activities in the Institute
• To build capacity in Biotechnology issues
• Business development and Extension: Promote and embrace research findings through marketing of research products and offering shortcourse training to farmers and relevant stakeholders (research scientists, agricultural officers). for more details visit jkuates website
• Postgraduate Academics: Facilitate advance training in Biotechnology through well-structured MSc. and PhD. Biotechnology courses