Welcome to VERGENT BIOTECH
Vergent Biotech provides high-quality sequencing, molecular biology, and bioinformatics solutions to accelerate research, enable precision medicine, and strengthen public health systems.
Advancing Genomics for Africa and the World
Our Company
Clinical genomics to unlock health in Africa
Vergent Biotech is a South African genomics company and spin-off from the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University. We provide access to one of the most advanced and automated sequencing facilities in Africa, supporting research, clinical, and public health applications.
Prof Tulio de Oliveira
Founder, Chair of Scientific Advisory Committee, Vergent Biotech.
Director, CERI, Stellenbosch University.
Our Values
Use genomics to unlock health and advanced research and development
01.
Clinical Genomics
Supporting precision medicine through high-quality sequencing and interpretation tailored to diverse populations.
02.
Research & Innovation
Scalable sequencing and advanced bioinformatics solutions for academic and industry research.
03.
Public Health Genomics
Enabling pathogen surveillance and outbreak response through rapid and accurate genomic data.
04.
Biotech & Industry
Custom sequencing and assay development for biotech, pharmaceutical, and diagnostics partners.
05.
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms
We have a whole new fleet of the next generation Illumina sequencers (NovaSeqX+, Nextseq2000, iSeq1000) providing global competitive pricing and quality.
06.
Automated high-throughput laboratory workflows
We have dedicated automated workflows using the largest and most advanced Hamilton systems.
Our System
Committed to Quality
All services are delivered through ISO 17025-compliant laboratory systems and processes.
Clinical Development
High-quality genomics support for clinical and translational programmes.
Regulatory & Access
Quality-controlled processes aligned with international standards
Biotech
Precision sequencing for biotech innovation and development.
Functional Service
Integrated bioinformatics and reporting pipelines.
Our Purpose
Unlocking Africa’s Genetic Diversity - From Sample to Insight
Africa represents the greatest human genetic diversity globally, yet remains underrepresented in genomic research. Vergent Biotech is committed to generating locally relevant genomic data that improves diagnostics, informs therapies, and advances global scientific discovery.
We deliver fully integrated genomics workflows — from sample processing to data analysis — enabling our partners to translate genomic data into real-world impact.
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