Piecing together scientific discoveries to prevent mental illness.
You are the missing piece.
One-half (51%) of Americans “have experienced depression, anxiety or some other mental or emotional condition in the past 12 months,” according to a 2024 West Health and Gallup survey.
Mental health conditions cost the U.S. economy $282 billion each year. The costs include income loss, treatment costs, lower consumption, decreased investments and less demanding job choices.
We, the Lieber Institute for Brain Development, imagine a world where no one lives with a mental illness. Where mental health conditions no longer stand as a barrier to a fulfilling life. We are trailblazing the path toward this future with cutting-edge brain research in a uniquely designed institute only made possible by power of generosity.
Our brain research is full circle; from donated brains to the discovery of treatment options. We host the largest donated brain repository in the world and a roster of multi-disciplinary researchers and drug discovery experts solely focused on understanding, treating, curing and preventing psychiatric disorders.
people who donated their brain to research AND their families
scientists and researchers dedicating their life’s work for a better future
million people in the United States impacted by a mental health condition
Millions more will live a different life because of LIBD’s cutting-edge research—and YOU are the piece that will help solve the puzzle.
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The Lieber Institute for Brain Development is a tax-exempt 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, tax identification number 26-3690883. Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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