We are the Center for Brain & Disease Research: more than 300 researchers on a joint mission. Postdocs The postdoc association (PDA) represents all postdocs and staff scientists at our research center and organizes networking and career development events. Meet the representatives PhD Students There around 100 PhD students in the different labs at our department. The PhD Association represents all of them. Read more Alumni Curious about where our alumni end up? Meet a few of our alumni who went on to become group leaders. Or join our network. Who are they Scientific Support Association The Scientific Support Association (SSA) is run by and for technicians. Read more Support Staff Our support team is always ready to assist all scientists and to make sure their research runs as smoothly as possible. From administrative to logistic support, they'll do whatever is needed to help them focus on what they do best: conducting groundbreaking research. Discover who they are Inclusion and diversity Our inclusion & diversity representatives make sure we are attentive for the best possible environment. Our values Updates from our community Research in times of Corona The COVID-19 virus has changed our lives practically over night. A lot has changed, both privately and professionally. Moving forward New Building Our state-of-the-art research facility is purpose built to entice interaction & collaboration. Take a peak Science Minds Podcast Vinoy Vijayan talks to the PIs at our department and beyond about their doubts and ambitions, and finds that they share many of the aspirations and concerns we all have! Listen to our podcasts YouTube Check out our YouTube channel to learn more about our science and to meet the faces behind the papers! Discover our videos The Optimist A survival guide for PhD students, brought to you by Donya Pakravan, Joni Vanneste and Matthias Koch. Get a boost of optimism Professional development Everyone in our Center is encouraged to develop their skills through one of the many courses, trainings and workshops on offer. Improve your skills