Currently, the main objectives of the Institute are:
- studying the diversity of the world of microorganisms;
- ecology, taxonomy, biology, physiology, cytology and genetics of bacteria, actinomycetes and fungi;
- creating a regional collection and maintaining practically valuable cultures of microorganisms, allowing the development of environmentally friendly biotechnologies;
- studying the physiology and biochemistry of microorganisms, their biosynthesis of enzymes, proteins, vitamins, antibiotics and developing new technologies for obtaining physiologically active substances and strains
- superproducers;
- solving issues related to environmental protection by studying the microbial decomposition of cyanides and other pesticides;
- further study of the problem of obtaining feed and food protein, bioconversion of plant waste in order to obtain high-protein feed; The Institute is equipped with modern scientific instruments and equipment, has specialized laboratories, where highly qualified specialists ensure the effective work of specialized departments, obtaining information using modern physical and chemical methods, personal computers, etc.