Organization

VIB & KU Leuven

Organization

The Center for Neuroscience is embedded in both VIB and KU Leuven, a dual affiliation that brings together the best of two worlds: the academic depth and educational excellence of a top-ranked university, and the innovation‑driven, interdisciplinary research environment of a world‑class life sciences institute. This unique position allows our researchers to work at the intersection of fundamental discovery, advanced technologies, and translational impact, creating a vibrant ecosystem where neuroscience can accelerate.

Jérôme Van Biervliet & Christine Durinx, Managing Directors of VIB, and Severine Vermeire, Rector of KU Leuven

 

VIB at a Glance

Founded in 1996, VIB is an interuniversity institute for biotechnology with a mission to achieve excellence in life science research and entrepreneurial tech transfer.

VIB has 9 research centers based in 5 universities across Belgium. These are composed of 10 core facilities and 90 research groups, including 1800 researchers and staff representing 75 nationalities.  

Staff and students at the Center for Neuroscience can benefit from VIB Training.

 

KU Leuven at a Glance

The Center is proud to be part of KU Leuven. Founded in 1425, KU Leuven boasts a rich history yet remains Europe's most innovative university! 

Find out more about KU Leuven below.