Working to Cure Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Epilepsy and Stroke
Scientists at BGU's Zlotowski Center for Neuroscience and Brain Imaging Research Center are studying both the normal and diseased brain. They’re working to develop innovative treatment methods for a range of disorders—from preventing the onset of post-trauma epilepsy to understanding the underlying mechanisms of brain diseases, including strokes, tumors, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, as well as autism, learning disorders and more.
BGU Makes a Difference More news »
Brain Scan on Ariel Sharon Shows Response to Stimuli
New York Times -- New tests on Israel's former prime minister Ariel Sharon, conducted at BGU's Brain Imaging Research Center at Soroka University Medical Center, reveal significant brain activity. more »
BGU Alzheimer's Researcher Demonstrates Specific Immune Response to Vaccine
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev researcher Dr. Alon Monsonego created a humanized mouse model with a specific gene that responded to A-beta-peptide vaccine, reducing plaque and inflammation. more »
Better Brain-Wave Analysis
Technology Review -- BGU researcher discovers novel method to analyze brain signals which could guide stroke treatment. more »
Help BGU Expand Its Brain Research and Imaging Capacity
Ben-Gurion University's Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC) is the only facility in Israel that uses the "translational approach," which means that its research findings are brought directly to the patient and the patient's illness is studied and analyzed immediately in research labs.
The BIRC serves the entire Negev region and its more than 550,000 people. Some 40 faculty members comprise this quality research group, representing a broad range of expertise, including: neurology, psychology, linguistics, biochemistry, biomedical engineering and more.
Until now, limitations on the physical infrastructure have been compensated for with strong human resources. But we need your help to build state-of-the-art facilities with groundbreaking technological developments where BGU researchers can work together toward a cure for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, stroke and more.
Some of the Ways Your Contribution Makes a Difference to Brain Research at BGU
- Build a state-of-the-art facility to house more than 40 researchers together under one roof
- Purchase and maintain advanced equipment on a regular basis due to ongoing technological improvements
- Recruit more outstanding researchers and faculty to ensure BGU's place as Israel's leader in brain imaging research
- Provide fellowships for doctoral and postdoctoral student researchers
Contribute now to BGU's brain science research.
