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Mission

Accelerating Collaborative Brain Research

EBRAINS Mission

EBRAINS is on a mission to revolutionise how neuroscience is conducted. The digital ecosystem that we provide enables advances in brain research that translate into innovations in neuroscience, healthcare and brain-related technology. Our digital research infrastructure enables researchers to explore the brain across all levels – from the molecular and cellular levels to the whole organ. EBRAINS accelerates collaborative brain research by connecting leading organisations and researchers across disciplines.

EBRAINS mission is:

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Excellence

To enable cutting-edge research and innovation in neuroscience by continuously enhancing and maintaining our research infrastructure to the highest standard of excellence

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Diverse Global Community

To support a diverse and inclusive scientific programme that serves the needs of a broad global community, fosters collaboration and cross-disciplinary research, and helps to drive transformative discoveries in the field of neuroscience

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Industry Partnerships

To develop strong and lasting partnerships with industry to promote knowledge transfer and accelerate the translation of research into new brain-based technologies and therapies

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Independent Voice

To be a neutral and authoritative voice for brain science, advocating for evidence-based policies that support fundamental research, and engaging with policymakers and stakeholders to promote awareness and understanding of the importance of neuroscience research

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World-Class Training

To provide world-class training and education opportunities for the next generation of scientists and engineers

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Public Engagement

To inspire and engage the public in brain science, fostering awareness, understanding, and support for neuroscience research and its potential to improve brain health and well-being for all

Katrin Amunts
Katrin Amunts, EBRAINS Joint CEO

Science Vision

Our vision is to revolutionise how neuroscience research is performed, changing the research culture from fragmented individual laboratory efforts to integrated platform research, ultimately leading to a better understanding of the brain and improving brain health and technology.

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