The purpose of the association is to promote education and knowledge transfer at the highest level in the field of biological psychiatry on a non-profit basis worldwide. Biological psychiatry deals with all forms of research into mental disorders and related phenomena on a biological basis. The corresponding research work can be carried out on animals or humans, either on an experimental, clinical or applied basis. The association also has the following objectives, which it pursues on a non-profit basis within the framework of the above general clause: Promoting, improving and supporting scientific research, investigation and education in the field of Biological Psychiatry. Providing information, working with and advising interested associations, institutions and individuals through the association's commissions. Establishing and maintaining efficient cooperation with international and national professional organizations, state organizations, professional organizations and other groups, institutions and individuals that contribute to the promotion of Biological Psychiatry.