About BRAINS

Founded in 2006, the Bahraini Researchers & Inventors Society (BRAINS) was established to foster innovation, scientific research, and entrepreneurship in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Vision

To become Bahrain’s leading hub for research excellence and innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable national development.

Mission

To empower researchers and inventors by providing mentorship, intellectual property support, training programs, partnerships, and commercialization pathways.

Strategic Goals

• Promote a culture of innovation across Bahrain.
• Strengthen collaboration between academia and industry.
• Support intellectual property protection and patent registration.
• Encourage youth entrepreneurship and startup creation.

Committees

• Scientific & Technical Committee
• Media & Public Relations Committee
• Funding & Sponsorship Committee
• Legal & Marketing Committee

Major Achievements

• Mobile Electronic Laboratory launched in 2009.
• Published innovation books in 2009, 2010, and 2016.
• Organized AgriTech Hackathons and innovation competitions.
• Strategic partnerships with Tamkeen, Ahlia University, UNDP, IEEE, and NIAD.