- Reforming and improving important economical characteristics of plants and animals by sophisticated molecular techniques (agricultural biotechnology)
- Studying and applying advanced molecular techniques in human genetics, diagnosing and treating illnesses using methods such as cell and gene therapy (human biotechnology)
- Designing and producing novel diagnostic kits and procedures
- Studying mechanisms of resistance to environmental stresses in plants
- Utilizing different techniques of GIS and RS in environmental studies and modeling of the processes
- Comprehensive study of ecosystems
- Studying and monitoring the environment to offer managerial suggestions based on sustainable development of environment
- Study of animal and plant biodiversity at regional and national level