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Zofia and Jean Reno: 15 years of commitment to Paris Brain Institute
Zofia and Jean Reno have been involved with Paris Brain Institute since its inception. Jean Reno is an Ambassador, and Zofia sits on the Board of Paris Brain Institute America, the Institute’s partner organization in North America.
Our involvement began through our friendship with Jean Todt. From the very beginning of the project to create Paris Brain Institute, we were struck by its ambition and the relevance of its mission. Through the world of Formula 1, the link between the brain and physical performance seemed obvious to us.
We cut the ribbon at the Institute’s opening ceremony, and as we explored the facility, we were overwhelmed: it’s this unique place where care, research, innovation, and patients come together as one – a rare and profoundly human union.
“This beautiful story has now grown to become a family endeavor. Our son, a high school student in New York, is currently leading a project to raise awareness of Paris Brain Institute among young people.”
Zofia Reno
At that time, my mother was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and then my young cousin lost her mother to glioblastoma (Zofia explains). This has given us a better understanding of these diseases and confirmed our commitment, which endures and spans continents, specifically in France and the United States, where we live.
This beautiful story has now grown to become a family endeavor. Our son, a high school student in New York, is currently leading a project to raise awareness of Paris Brain Institute among young people.
In a world where the State cannot provide everything, private support is vital. What Paris Brain Institute does is both fascinating and essential. It is an honor to contribute to this cause, and we are always mindful of our place in supporting those who work tirelessly each and every day.
