‘Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown’ opens in Lisbon

The Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, opened in Lisbon on October 5th, 2010, marks a significant advancement in translational research by integrating clinicians and basic scientists to focus on cancer and neuroscience. Located near the historic Tower of Belém, the centre symbolizes the fusion of historical exploration with modern scientific inquiry. Its design, featuring open clinical and laboratory spaces, fosters collaboration between disciplines, aiming to accelerate progress in metastatic cancer research under the leadership of Raghu Kalluri. The centre also emphasizes international recruitment, offering competitive salaries that provide protected time for research, thereby bridging clinician-scientists and basic scientists. Beyond its scientific importance, the centre's innovative architecture, designed by Charles Correa, includes a rainforest interior and public spaces, enhancing its visibility and engagement with the community.

(Ed.). (2010). ‘Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown’ opens in Lisbon. Disease Models & Mechanisms, 3(11-12), 670–671. https://doi.org/10.1242/dmm.006999