• African Brain Data Network

    Responsible and sustainable brain research and innovation

    Advancing sustainable brain research, education, and innovation in Africa through the responsible collection, processing, sharing, and use of big brain data.

  • African Brain Data Network

    Empowering African Neuroscientists

    Facilitating FAIR brain data in Africa and advancing data science in neuroscience education, research, and innovation through training, workshops, curriculum improvement, and knowledge transfer

  • African Brain Data Network

    Facilitating neuroethical Practices

    Ensuring equitable distribution of brain research and innovation benefits to all stakeholders in Africa.

The African Brain Data Network (ABDN) is a network of stakeholders from academia, industry, policy, and funding working together to facilitate the responsible generation, processing, sharing, and use of African brain data for research and innovation.

The Network seeks to make African brain data FAIR and ensure that a sufficient number of experts are trained on the use of novel technical tools to collect, process, and apply these datasets. From neuroimages, electrophysiological and anatomical data to behavioral data, this network hopes to make different data modalities, and disease types from multiple animal and non-animal organisms available and lead the African neuroscience ecosystem into the era of big data analysis.

Why do we need FAIR African brain data?

To...

  • Provide a robust understanding of brain diseases in Africa
  • Ensure that brain therapies, innovations and care are generalisable to the African population
  • Ensure reproducibility of brain research in Africa
  • Reduce cost of data generation

What we do

At ABDN we facilitate responsible generation, sharing, and utilization of African brain data across academia, industry, policy, and funding sectors. We prioritize making data FAIR and training experts in modern tools for data analysis. Our focus spans diverse data modalities and disease types, aiming to advance African neuroscience into the era of big data analysis.

Join us for a great learning experience!

Discover the exciting world of African neuroscience with the African Brain Data Network (ABDN). Are you passionate about advancing research and innovation in brain data? Join us and be part of a dynamic network of academia, industry, policy, and funding experts dedicated to making a difference.

At ABDN, we offer unparalleled opportunities for learning and collaboration. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, our inclusive community welcomes all. Gain valuable insights, expand your skills, and contribute to groundbreaking projects that shape the future of neuroscience in Africa and beyond.

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ABDN welcomes partnerships with other projects, professional societies, groups, or Associations in and out of Africa. To partner with us, click the icon above.
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ABDN is open to funders who are willing to support the work we are doing.

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