Donate Tissue
Helping researchers study the brain and spinal cord to find better markers and treatments for MS
Researchers need to study the brain and spinal cord tissue from people with different MS subtypes and disease stages to find out how and why demyelination occurs.
Researchers also need to study brain and spinal cord tissue to develop ways of repairing and preventing tissue damage.
Donating your brain to the MS Australia Brain Bank after your death will
- Help researchers find diagnostic markers for early detection
- Help researchers develop better treatments
- Help researchers discover possible cures and prevention measures for MS
We realise that choosing to become a Brain Donor can be a difficult decision, and support and understanding from family members are essential. We would be glad to answer any questions or concerns you may have to help you make a well-informed decision.
To receive the MS Brain Donor Information and Consent Kit, please call 1300 672 265 or submit your enquiry online.
If a donor has died or is not expected to live much longer, please call the MS Australia Brain Bank as soon as possible on (02) 9963 1116 (New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania). Please note that South Australia, Northern Territory and Western Australia are not taking new donations at this time.
Discuss your decision with your family. To ensure a smooth brain donation at the time of death, it is essential that your family are aware and supportive of your decision to become a Brain Donor. After all, they may be the ones who will notify the Brain Bank at the time of donation. The MS Australia Brain Bank will not proceed with brain donation against the wishes of your family at the time of death, regardless of the deceased donor’s wishes.”
Please fill out the form below to receive an information pack and consent form
If your Brain Bank registration is urgent, please contact (02) 9963 1116.
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