Our Focus

We seek to catalyze bold new ideas and collaborations, explore new research approaches, and utilize innovative tools to advance depression research.

Resources for mental health researchers

More than 279 University of Michigan scholars contribute to our mission
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Assistant Professor
Kira Birditt
Research Professor
Aging and Biopsychosocial Innovations
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Professor
Psychiatry
Sheila Marcus
Clinical Professor
Psychiatry
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Associate Professor
Nursing
Kristi Gamarel, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Health Behavior & Health Equity
 Amanda Sonnega, Ph.D.
Associate Research Scientist
Survey Research Center
Stefanie Block
Clinical Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
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Clinical Assistant Professor
Anesthesiology
Our Approach

Expand the scope of mental health research to accelerate discoveries that lead to improved outcomes across our communities.

Accelerating Discovery

We are igniting bold new ideas, exploring new research approaches and utilizing cutting-edge tools to move mental health research forward.

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Depression Center Toolkit

Resources, tools and evidence-based strategies to help guide you or someone you love through their mental health journey.

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Community Impact

The Jenkins Family Community Outreach and Education Program offers community-based programs to raise awareness, reduce stigma and encourage help-seeking. 

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