In order to improve general health and particularly mental health of human beings and their economic and social development, the foundation aims to support, by all means, in Switzerland and abroad, neuroscience research, especially as it relates to brain function and neurological diseases, in order to find new therapies and technologies and to improve existing ones. The foundation achieves its purpose through the means deemed appropriate by its Board, notably through the creation and support of research centers of excellence, through support for any activity related to technological advancements in the field of brain-computer interface, coupling between virtual reality and augmented reality systems, and high-performance neuroscientific tools, as well as through any other means approved by the Foundation Board (for complete purpose see foundation deed).