Scottish Brain Sciences has been created by a team of scientific experts with over 25 years’ experience of delivering world-leading neuroscience research. Backed by investors, pharmaceutical partners and leading universities, we are committed to delivering a step change in the early detection and treatment of brain conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Our mission
We deliver clinical trials of new tests and medicines that aim to detect brain disease early and treat it before it progresses to dementia. We provide a full-service model for clinical research, with dedicated brain health research centres, an in-house laboratory and imaging services.
Together with our participants, we are building one of the world’s largest biobanks of genetic, blood and imaging data in neurodegenerative disease.
Our goal is to speed progress in the search for better Alzheimer’s diagnostics and treatments so that everyone can enjoy better brain health for life.
Ethics and governance
We’re committed to conducting research to the highest ethical and regulatory standards. Every study we support is reviewed through robust governance processes that protect participant safety, data privacy, and scientific integrity.
Our work follows national and international research guidelines, with oversight from independent ethics committees and regulatory bodies. We also have clear internal policies for informed consent, data protection, and quality assurance — ensuring that every study is run responsibly and transparently.
For us, governance isn’t just a requirement — it’s part of how we build trust with participants, healthcare professionals, and research partners alike.
Our team
Craig Ritchie, Scottish Brain Sciences in Aberdeen
Founded in 2022 by Professor Craig Ritchie, Scottish Brain Sciences has been created by a team of scientific experts with over 25 years’ experience of delivering world-leading neuroscience research.
Our team are based across sites in Edinburgh, Aberdeen and St Andrews.
Learn more about our leadership team, our board and our scientific advisors.
