The McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT

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The McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT is led by a team of world-renowned neuroscientists committed to meeting two great challenges of modern science: understanding how the brain works and discovering new ways to prevent or treat brain disorders.

The McGovern Institute was established in 2000 by Patrick J. McGovern and Lore Harp McGovern, who are committed to improving human welfare, communication and understanding through their support for neuroscience research.

The director is Robert Desimone, formerly the head of intramural research at the National Institute of Mental Health.

Contact information:

McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT
Bldg 46-3160
Cambridge, MA 02139
phone: 617-324-2077
email: mcgovern@mit.edu
mcgovern.mit.edu

The fund is not a competitive fund
web site: http://mcgovern.mit.edu/