
Institute Born Bunge hosts one of Europe’s largest and most historic biobanks.
IBB brings together scientists, clinicians, patients and donors.
Neurobiobank
Over 6500 meticulously
curated brain samples
With a biobank spanning nearly 100 years,
IBB offers a rare window into neurodegenerative diseases across generations.
Our rich dataset allows researchers to explore how genetics, environmental factors, and lifestyle contribute to disease development, paving the way for transformative discoveries.
Our rich dataset allows researchers to explore how genetics, environmental factors, and lifestyle contribute to disease development, paving the way for transformative discoveries.

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Support our mission and contribute to the fight against Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, MS, and other neurodegenerative diseases still lacking a cure. Your donation helps preserve and grow IBB’s invaluable resources.





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Why work with IBB
Institute Born-Bunge’s three labs operate at the intersection of neurodiagnostics, neuropathology and translational neurosciences.
Comprehensive neurobiobank
Our biobank spans a large and diverse collection of brain tissue, CSF, blood, urine, musle and other tissues.
Unique diagnostic expertise
By providing definitive answers to families, IBB bridges patient care and scientific discovery.
Pioneering neuroscience since 1934
IBB’s decades of expertise and unparalleled resources put us in pole position to drive breakthroughs.
Building partnerships
We actively seek new partner- ships and collaborations, putting our resources and expertise to use to advance research and clinical practice.
“My grandfather’s brain
donation still helps
researchers across
Europe today.”
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