Background

Big Thinking Inspires Big Ideas

The Allen Institute for Brain Science is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit medical research organization dedicated to advancing brain research by delivering data and tools for free to scientists worldwide. Launched in 2003 with a generous seed contribution from philanthropist Paul G. Allen, the Institute tackles projects at the leading edge of science—far-reaching projects at the intersection of biology and technology.

Fueling Discovery

We utilize a multidisciplinary approach, mainly because our one-of-a-kind projects require new ways of integrating insights from many areas of technical expertise. However, we are ultimately more compelled by the multidisciplinary reach of these revolutionary projects.

For donors, this multidisciplinary reach means your contributions advance myriad scientific and humanitarian endeavors. With tens of thousands of researchers worldwide accessing our free online resources, supporting the Allen Institute sets the stage for breakthroughs by researchers at the frontiers of science.