Donate Brain & Spinal Cord for Free
Your final act could unlock the mysteries of the human mind. While many of us are familiar with organ donation, the gift of brain and spinal cord tissue represents perhaps the most profound contribution to medical science one can make. A single donated brain can provide tissue for hundreds of research studies, helping scientists unravel the complexities of conditions that affect millions - from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's to brain tumors and ALS, HSP and PLS. This remarkable gift requires no cost to your family, doesn't interfere with funeral arrangements, and has the power to shape the future of neurological medicine. By considering brain and spinal cord donation, you're not just leaving a legacy; you're offering hope to generations to come.
Brain Endowment Bank
An invaluable tool for research is the brains and spinal cords of deceased people with movement disorders such as HSP and PLS. The National Institute of Health has made it possible for the Brain Bank at the University of Miami to support the cost of removal and transport of these donated organs from yourself or loved one's post mortem. Scientists worldwide will have access to samples of these tissues for many years to come as they strive closer and closer to a cure. Please visit the following link to the University of Miami Brain Endowment Bank to make arrangements ahead of time: www.brainbank.med.miami.edu
For additional information, email us at information@sp-foundation.org
About the University of Miami Brain Endowment Bank:
The University of Miami’s Brain Endowment Bank is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) NeuroBioBank, one of six designated biorepositories in the nation. The Brain Bank supports medical and scientific researchers who study the human brain in search of better medications and treatments, prevention, and ultimately, a cure. Brain donation after death supports the health of the next generation. The University of Miami Brain Endowment Bank provides family members with neuropathology reports or brain autopsy reports. These reports provide a comprehensive look at the brain at time of donation. This ensures that the family can be absolutely certain of the disease process their loved one suffered from.
