Our aims

Our mission is to improve the lives of people affected by neurological conditions by developing new treatments, improving care and accelerating research from discovery to patient benefit. The following strategic priorities guide our work over the next five years.

Creating a home for translational neuroscience research in Manchester

The Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre brings together world-leading researchers, clinicians and partners to tackle some of the biggest challenges in brain health.

By building on Manchester’s strengths in neuroscience research, we aim to develop new collaborations, attract investment and create opportunities to turn scientific discoveries into practical benefits for patients.

Our ambition is to establish Greater Manchester as a recognised centre of excellence for translational neuroscience research.

Putting patients at the heart of everything we do

People affected by neurological conditions are central to our research. We work closely with patients, carers and the public to ensure that our research reflects real-world needs and addresses the challenges that matter most to those living with these conditions.

By involving patients throughout the research process, from identifying priorities to shaping study design, we can focus our efforts on improving quality of life and delivering meaningful improvements in care.

Connecting researchers, clinicians and partners

Transforming discoveries into better treatments requires collaboration. We provide a network that brings together scientists, healthcare professionals, industry partners, charities and patients to share expertise and develop new ideas.

Through these partnerships, we support the next generation of researchers, accelerate the translation of discoveries into clinical practice and help ensure that innovative approaches reach patients as quickly as possible.

Building the infrastructure that enables research excellence

High-quality research depends on having the right foundations in place. We are developing the facilities, partnerships, data resources and specialist support needed to help researchers carry out ambitious and impactful studies.

By investing in sustainable research infrastructure, we can increase research activity, strengthen collaborations and create an environment where innovation can thrive, ultimately leading to better outcomes for people affected by neurological conditions.