The Centre for Brain and Mind (CBM-NIMHANS) focuses on supporting research on five mental disorders — schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder & dementia. The centre employs several tools & techniques to understand the complexities of brain & mind conditions. This is a collaborative effort of the National Institute for Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) & the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), supported by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies. Welcome Updates Research Events Jobs Rohini Nilekani Centre for Brain and Mind About Us The Centre for Brain and Mind is a collaborative, premier research centre focused on supporting research on five mental disorders — schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder and dementia. With a partnership between the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) and the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), the centre employs several tools & techniques to understand the complexities of brain and mind conditions. Learn More Introduction New at CBM A Cerebellar Paradox Offers Clues in SCA12 Research Our new paper unveils a fascinating paradox: the brain region most vulnerable in SCA12 appears surprisingly resilient. New publication! CAG Repeat Instability and Region-Specific Gene Expression Changes in the SCA12 Brain Welcome to our incoming batch of Ph.D. students! (L-R) Manasadeepika, Shama, Chandrakanta, Blossom, Joyce, Lakshmi, Shweta Our e-book is out now! "MIND: The Gap" blends research, personal stories, and insights from our events to explore mental health holistically. Through the Looking Glass Art Exhibition Visit our art exhibition, running at the NIMHANS Heritage Museum from Oct-Nov 2024 in celebration of World Mental Health Day! Welcome to our incoming batch of Ph.D. students! (L-R) Deepankan, Shrinkhala, Pannaga (Not pictured) Rashmi, Blossom Coffee, Cinema and Community: Mental Health Redefined | July 15 - 21, 2024 From book talks to film discussions, and art exhibitions to storytelling workshops - let's talk about mental health, Bengaluru! New publication alert! Exploring the genetics of lithium response in bipolar disorders Dr Suhas G awarded 2024 Society of Biological Psychiatry Travel Fellowship Award Dr Bhagyalakshmi S awarded the 2024 WFSBP Young Investigator Award New publication alert! Altered neuroepithelial morphogenesis and migration defects in iPSC-derived cerebral organoids and 2D neural stem cells in familial bipolar disorder Excited volunteers trying out the EEG caps at National Science Day celebrations Welcome to our incoming batch of Ph.D. students! (L-R) Akshayaa, Mythri, Lakshana, Shreevidya We were at the India Science Festival 2024 at IISER Pune! Srividya and Romita's farewell lunch - good luck & we'll miss you! Our Research Groups Clinical Group Endophenotype Group Genetics & Stem Cell Group Patients undergo extensive clinical investigations, including neuroimaging and neuropsychological assessments at regular intervals as part of a longitudinal study Learn More Advances in stem cell technology allow us to investigate specific molecular mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders and offer insights into genetic variations and their effects on neuronal functioning in neural cell models. Learn More Endophenotypic clues derived from various assessments enhance the reliability of research on brain function by offering insights into genetic factors of a psychiatric disorder Learn More Exploring Bipolar Disorder Through Art Celebrated each year on March 30th, on the birth anniversary of Vincent Van Gogh (who was posthumously diagnosed with bipolar disorder), World Bipolar Day encourages people to learn what bipolar disorder is - and isn't. Read more about our science & art blending event and view select pieces of art showcased at the exhibition! Read more Do you want to participate in our research? Click here to learn more Opportunities No open positions at the moment. Contact

Digital Resources Select & de-select type of resource Book Brochure Games & Activities Infographic Video Select & de-select target audience General Public Patients and Families/Caregivers Researchers Students Information about Psychiatric Disorders Infographic Centre for Brain & Mind Brochure Brochure E-Book | Mind the Gap Book FAQ - Common Stigmas in Bipolar Disorder Video FAQ - Common Stigmas in Bipolar Disorder (Tamil) Video FAQ - Dealing with Suicidal Thoughts Video FAQ - Dealing with Suicidal Thoughts (Hindi) Video FAQ - Dementia Awareness & Public Health Initiatives Video FAQ - How to Seek Help For Addiction Video FAQ - Is Addiction A Disease? Video FAQ - Living a Healthy Life with Bipolar Disorder Video FAQ - Living a Healthy Life with Bipolar Disorder (Tamil) Video FAQ - Loneliness & Dementia Video FAQ - Suicide Awareness Video FAQ - Suicide Awareness (Hindi) Video FAQ - Supporting Dementia Caregivers Video FAQ - Supporting Dementia Patients Video FAQ - Tackling Stigma in Bipolar Disorder Video FAQ - Tackling Stigma in Bipolar Disorder (Tamil) Video FAQ - Warning Signs of Suicide Video FAQ - Warning Signs of Suicide (Hindi) Video Keys Bags Names Words - Post Screening Panel Discussion Video Make a Pedigree Chart Games & Activities Match the Cards - Disease & Symptoms Games & Activities Research Explained: Bipolar Disorder Infographic Load More Useful Links Accelerator Program for Discovery in Brain Disorders (ADBS) Wellcome Collection Human Brain Project Big Brain RIKEN Center for Brain Science (CBS) Simons Center for the Social Brain BRAIN Initiative UK Biobank Psychiatric Genomics Consortium International Consortium on Lithium Genetics (ConLiGen) Allen Brain Map cVEDA Project A-BIG-NET IC-MAGIC

In the News 2025-04-05 Stabilizing DNA Repeats: New Study Shows Promising Path To Treat SCA12 The study findings suggest that protecting DNA from mutations in brain cells could offer a viable treatment strategy for SCA12. Know more 2025-04-02 Making research inclusive: Bringing patients and the public into the fold Public and Patient Involvement and Engagement is transforming research around the globe - will India chime in? Know more 2024-10-30 ADHD to anxiety—Bengaluru’s mental health festival destigmatises disorders, diseases The festival, Mannotsava, was co-hosted by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, and the National Centre for Biological Sciences. Know more 2024-10-10 Understanding Mental Health Across the Lifespan: A Conversation with Dr Biju Viswanath Do long working hours lead to mental illness, and if so, will it be untreatable? These are questions many of us grapple with while navigating workplace challenges. In this interview, Dr Biju Viswanath, a Clinical and Public Health Intermediate Fellow, addresses some related concerns. Know more 2024-07-24 Understanding how and why people go mad has been a critical aspect of human society Dr. Sanjeev Jain, author of Mindscape and Landscape: An Illustrated History of NIMHANS, offered insights into the history of mental health at an event in Bengaluru Know more 2024-07-21 Experts urge sensitive depiction of mental health in films Experts discuss cinema’s impact on mental health at an event in NINMHANS in Bengaluru on Saturday. Know more 2024-03-26 Matters of mind and art The Centre for Brain and Mind at NIMHANS, a research venture launched in 2023, will commemorate World Bipolar Day on March 30 the birthday of the iconic artist Vincent van Gogh, by delving into the captivating fusion of science and art. Know more 2024-03-10 Variations in Bipolar Disorder: Insights from and Treatment Implications in Indian Patients The DBT/Wellcome Trust India welcomed 15 Early Career Fellows this year. This article introduces the research project of Dr. Biju Viswanath, DBT/WT India Alliance Intermediate Fellow in the Clinical and Public Health. Know more 2024-01-21 Pune, now a home to India Science Fest At more than 30 interactive stalls, students can learn about science concepts, including some set up by the industry. The fest also has fun competitions in science photography, science fiction writing, explaining one’s thesis to younger children, with prizes worth Rs 5 lakh. Know more Read More