Our impact

OUR IMPACT

CLARA Collaboratorium is not only about science.

We struggle to have a profound impact on a wide range of stakeholders, including patient families, researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, policymakers, and the general public.

What are we pursuing with our activities?

Empowering Patient Families & Caregivers

Access to knowledge – Families of individuals with neurodegenerative diseases (NDs) can better understand the latest research, treatments, and technological advancements in an accessible and engaging way.
Support networks – By connecting with researchers, clinicians, and other families, they gain emotional support and practical resources for coping with NDs.
Citizen Science & Co-Creation – Patient families can actively contribute to research by sharing experiences, participating in studies, and shaping real-world applications of scientific discoveries.

Accelerating Scientific Discovery & Collaboration

Bridging disciplines – By uniting neuroscientists, AI specialists, clinicians, and industry experts, the CLARA Collaboratorium fosters interdisciplinary approaches to solving complex brain health challenges.
Real-world validation – Researchers benefit from direct input from patients and families, ensuring that their work is relevant and impactful.
Faster translation to practice – The hub helps accelerate the journey from discovery to application by facilitating interaction with industry and regulatory bodies.

Driving Innovation & High-Tech Business Growth

Entrepreneurial ecosystem – The space serves as an incubator for startups, spin-offs, and new business models focusing on AI-driven diagnostics, personalized treatment, and brain health technologies.
Industry-academia partnerships – Companies can collaborate with researchers to co-develop solutions, test innovations, and bring them to market faster.
Investment & Funding oportunities – By showcasing groundbreaking work, the CLARA Collaboratorium attracts investors interested in the future of neuroscience and biotech.

Educating & Engaging the Public

Science popularization – Through interactive exhibitions, workshops, and digital content, the CLARA Collaboratorium makes cutting-edge brain research accessible to all.
Raising awareness – Public campaigns and engagement events increase understanding of neurodegenerative diseases and brain health, reducing stigma and misinformation.
Inspiring future generations – By involving students, young researchers, and citizen scientists, the hub nurtures the next wave of innovators in neuroscience and AI.

Informing Policymakers & Healthcare Leaders

Evidence-based policy – By providing insights into the latest research, the Collaboratorium helps shape policies that improve patient care, funding, and healthcare strategies.
Sustainable healthcare solutions – Engaging with decision-makers ensures that advancements in AI, high-performance computing, and precision medicine translate into practical healthcare improvements.
Ethical & societal considerations – The hub fosters discussions on the ethical implications of AI in brain health, data privacy, and responsible innovation.