Robert J. and Nancy D. Carney Institute for Brain Science

Partner With Us

To fuel brain science discoveries, hundreds of individuals and organizations invest in Carney research, teaching and outreach. Their support makes possible new treatments for brain injury and disease, and new ideas, tools and technologies that build a better world. Join our community of partners.

Philanthropy

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Carney scientists are pioneers, breaking new ground in brain science for generations. Support from our donors fuels innovation and accelerates discovery about the brain, including new ways to prevent and treat diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

To make a donation, access Brown's giving form and search “Carney Institute.” To learn more about the many ways you can support brain science research, contact Nicole Peters Sisson, senior director of development for academic initiatives, nicole_peters@brown.edu, 401-863-9877.

Corporate and Foundation Partnerships

The Carney Institute for Brain Science has a rich portfolio of corporate and foundation partners that propel research innovation and commercialization. Carney scientists help companies and foundations meet their philanthropic missions by advancing new treatments for brain diseases and building the next generation of brain scientists.

To connect with Carney, contact Alison Buckser, director, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Alison_Buckser@brown.edu, 401-863-7527.

Sponsored Research and Intellectual Property

Carney Institute faculty work with corporate sponsors on a variety of research projects and have made dozens of discoveries that offer exciting commercial opportunities.

Brown Technology Innovations offers a searchable database of discoveries, which can be found here. For information about sponsored research and licensing, contact Melissa Simon, PhD, director of business development for life sciences, Melissa_J_Simon@brown.edu, 401-863-2497.