Brain Bank Singapore

23/04/2026

We were honoured to be part of the Pan-Asian Neuroscience Innovation Forum earlier this month, hosted by Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) 서울대학교병원 Brain Bank. The forum convened brain bank leaders from Korea, Japan, Singapore, and the United States to inaugurate a collective initiative aimed at deepening regional collaboration regarding brain data.

Our director, Assoc Prof Adeline Ng, represented Brain Bank Singapore, sharing our unique brain donation model, key achievements, and the challenges specific to our nation.

It was inspiring to see how brain banks are growing across Asia. We look forward to learning from one another and shaping our own path forward in the region.

National Neuroscience Institute NTU Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine NHG Health NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) Duke-NUS Medical School

22/04/2026

Thank you Brain Bank Singapore for the opportunity to share about Parkinson.

Beyond the facts, one of our Parkinson Warriors courageously shared his personal journey, offering an impactful & heartfelt perspective. We also had an engaging Q&A session, where participants gained a clearer & more meaningful understanding of the condition.

We wrapped up the session with simple stretching exercises to reinforce the importance of staying active.

21/04/2026

We’re excited to be part of Science Centre Singapore 's Discovering DNA (DDNA) Open House! 🧬🧪🔎

If you have children aged 5 and above who enjoy hands-on science activities, do bring them along. 👧🏻👦🏽 At our booth, they can explore what a brain feels like through tactile activities and take on a fun memory challenge while learning more about how the brain works.

Come by and say hello, we’d love to see you there! 🧠

📆 25 - 26 April (Sat - Sun)
🕙 Any time between 10am - 5pm

Access to DDNA Open house is free with a purchase of a Science Centre Singapore admission ticket.

Experience fun activities in the DNA Lab across eight special weekends!

19/04/2026

*Warning: this post contains images of human brain samples that some viewers may find sensitive.*

We’ve reached the final instalment of our three-part series following our Research Associate’s learning exchange in London with Imperial College London . 💯

There are many similarities between our brain bank in Singapore and the brain bank in London, particularly in our tissue preparation and preservation methods, which are guided by shared protocols.

In this post, follow along through our Research Associate’s perspective from how a donated brain is carefully processed to how it becomes histology slides that researchers can study under a microscope to advance critical research. 🧠🔬

A heartfelt thank you to the team at Imperial Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Tissue Bank for the invaluable exchange!❤️

18/03/2026

Research progresses because of people. 👨🏻‍🔬👩🏼‍🔬

During his visit to London, Moses also connected with the experts and lab teams behind the Brain bank at , from our former director, to the technicians and researchers who carry out the careful, day-to-day work of brain tissue dissection and processing. Though we work in different labs across the world, we share the same goal: advancing our understanding of the human brain and seeking better treatments for brain diseases through research.🧠🌍🧬

Follow along to meet the team behind Brain Bank UK, and check out our previous post to see the places Moses explored during this London learning exchange! 🇬🇧

11/03/2026

Our research associate Moses recently travelled to London for a learning exchange with the Imperial College London Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Tissue Bank. 🇸🇬 X 🇬🇧🧠

Our team follows internationally recognised protocols, similar to those used at Imperial’s tissue bank, for preserving and storing brain tissue in Singapore. Visiting the lab in person gave Moses the opportunity to see these processes firsthand and deepen his understanding of the standards that ensure high-quality tissue for research.

This is the first post in a three-part series documenting his learning journey. Follow along for more from his London visit! 💂🏻‍♀️✈️🔬

03/03/2026

Is this normal ageing or a sign of dementia? 🤔🧠

This is one of the many important questions explored in our brain health talks with (DSG) . Together, we engage seniors from active ageing centres across the country in meaningful conversations about building dementia-friendly communities and the role of brain donation in advancing research towards better treatments. We’re grateful for our continued partnership with DSG.

Organisations interested in collaborating on future brain health talks are welcome to connect with us for more information. 💡

17/02/2026

Our team recently contributed a perspective article in "Frontiers in Neurology", exploring the challenges faced in establishing a brain bank in Singapore 📝

Read the full article here:

Brain Bank Singapore (BBS) is the first and only national brain donation programme in Southeast Asia. This perspective article explores the challenges that h...

16/02/2026

Brain donation plays a vital role in advancing research and improving treatments for brain conditions. While this may be an unfamiliar topic to many, we're glad that many in the community, including seniors, find our talks eye-opening and meaningful.💬👀🎤

We’re grateful to partners like for working with us to deliver brain health talks across active ageing centres. Together, we hope brain tissue donation will lead to a deeper understanding of stroke and better care in the future. 🧠

19/01/2026

"At the age of 24, most brains are still settling into adulthood. But Yarham’s brain looked decades older — resembling the brain of a 70-year-old..."

Do read this sobering and insightful article to better understand how donating one's brain for research can transform "tragedy into hope for others".

Some forms of dementia can strike at an astonishingly young age and move frighteningly fast, and we still don’t fully understand why, says this neuroscientist.

09/01/2026