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Brain and spinal cord donation

Some people with MND wish to donate their brain and spinal cord to the Neurological Foundation Human Brain Bank at the University of Auckland.

If this is something of interest to you then please discuss the wish with your family who will carry out your wishes when you die.

Also, for more information on the processes and procedures please email  or phone 09 923 6072 and the Brain Bank Manager Mrs Marika Eszes will send you the details.

If the situation is urgent then please contact Professor Maurice Curtis who is the Deputy Director of the brain bank. Phone 021 287 8476 or email 

For more information, click here.