We support cutting-edge neuroscience research and programs that lead to novel treatments and prevention of all neurological diseases and disorders.
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Congratulations to Ishmail Abdus-Saboor Ph.D. of @Columbia
Ishmail was awarded a seed grant from @TheBRF for his project: Investigating a Skin-brand Neural Pathway for Rewarding Social Touch.
👉 thebrf.org/grants/investigat…
#autism #dopamine #oxytocin #socialtouch
BRF seeks to find cures for all neurological disorders and brain diseases.
Support us in this cause today and leave a lasting legacy today.
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#brainscience #brainresearch
From a $25,000 seed grant in 2002, to a $7 million National Institute of Health grant more than 15 years later, Dr. Nicholas Hatsopolous has undertaken crucial research that has furthered the development of prosthetics. Read more here: thebrf.org/successes/from-th…
#als #brainresearch
Be a part of positive change.
If you believe in a future free of all brain diseases, see how you can get involved today. thebrf.org/get-involved/
#brainscience #brainreserach
"We believe that supporting talented young researchers at early and key phases of their careers is very important to the future of research into diseases and disorders of the nervous system."
Read Pam and Doug's BRF story here thebrf.org/stories/why-we-do…
#alzheimers #parkinsons
BRF's Scientific Innovations Award has provided support for key research over the years, such as this project expanding our knowledge of deficits in sensory processing of ASD patients - thebrf.org/awards/probing-se…
#autism #brainresearch
Since 1953, BRF has been at the forefront of innovative brain research and that passion still burns as brightly today.
Learn more about our rich history of scientific discovery here thebrf.org/who-we-are/foundi…
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Why do so many of us struggle with depression or addiction?
BRF-funded research undertaken by Dr. Mitchell Roitman sought to understand more of why this is and potentially illuminating the way for new treatment. Learn more here thebrf.org/successes/why-do-…
#addiction #depression
You can make a tax-deductible gift to BRF or plan for giving in the future through the following ways:
🟢 Bequests
🟢 Life Insurance
🟢 Retirement Funds
🟢 Charitable Remainder Funds
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#brainresearch #braindisease
A BRF seed grant of $40,000 allowed Dr. Ravi Allada to explore the link between circadian rhythms and clinical disorders. The findings generated a further $6.7 million to continue the research.
Learn more here thebrf.org/successes/sleep-d…
#depression #alzheimers
Brain disease affects up to 1 in 6 million worldwide. If you share our goal of eradicating brain disease through new and novel treatments, please consider supporting BRF.
Donate today for tomorrow's cure.
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"The lives of both my sister and mother were irreparably altered by neurological disorders and the mysterious factors that cause them."
Read Andrew's story here
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BRF would like to wish a happy 4th of July to all our researchers, donors, and followers!
We hope you all thoroughly enjoy the celebrations and have a wonderful day surrounded by friends and family.
BRF's support of outstanding research is only possible because of the generosity of our donors.
Please consider helping us continue working toward a future free of brain disease and move us closer to uncovering new treatments thebrf.org/donate/
#brainresearch #brainscience
Be the brain behind the breakthrough.
The donation of brain tissue is pivotal in allowing scientists to progress new brain research. Find out more about how you can play your part in advancing science as a lasting legacy braindonorproject.org/
#bethebrain #braindonation
