About us
Our Mission
To reduce the global burden of neurodegenerative and cardiometabolic diseases by converting rigorous science into accessible tools—accurate diagnostics, targeted prevention, and equitable care.
Our Vision
A world where geography, income, and infrastructure no longer limit access to early detection and effective treatment.
Our Focus
Neurodegeneration Programs
- Blood-based biomarkers for Alzheimer’s and related dementias (e.g., tau species, neuroinflammation panels)
- Mechanisms linking vascular health to brain aging
- Cohort building and longitudinal tracking for early risk detection
Cardio-Brain Health Programs
- Mid-life atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk and late-life cognitive outcomes
- Population studies integrating lifestyle, genomics, proteomics, and imaging
Translational Platforms
- Target discovery → qualification → validation → clinical utility studies
- Assay development and cross-platform benchmarking (immunoassays, proteomics)
- Implementation science: pragmatic studies, real-world evidence, health-system integration
Message from the
Head of Research
Our Capabilities
- Biobanking & Cohorts: IRB-governed sample collection (blood, CSF, tissue), standardized processing, metadata capture
- Advanced Proteomics & Biomarker Assays: targeted and discovery workflows; cross-assay comparisons and harmonization
- Data Science & AI: statistical modeling, risk prediction, multimodal data integration, secure analytics pipelines
- Clinical & Community Partnerships: study design, participant recruitment, ethical engagement, return-of-results policies
- Education & Training: methods workshops, trainee mentorship, capacity building with international partners
Why CTBR
- Rigor + Relevance: we pair high-precision science with questions that matter to patients and clinicians.
- Equity at the centre: solutions co-designed with communities, adaptable to resource-limited settings.
- Open collaboration: MOUs with hospitals, public health agencies, and universities; shared protocols and data standards.
Accuracy
Excellence