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

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More than 278 University of Michigan scholars contribute to our mission
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Huda Akil
Huda Akil, Ph.D.
Professor
Psychiatry
Shelley Hershner, M.D.
Clinical Associate Professor
Neurology
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Naoki Masuda, Ph.D.
Professor
Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics
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Jason Duvall, Ph.D.
Lecturer
Program in the Environment
Emily Mower Provost, Ph.D.
Emily Mower Provost, Ph.D.
Professor
Computer Science & Engineering
Yanni Liu, Ph.D.
Yanni Liu, Ph.D.
Research Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
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Safyer McKenzie-Sampson, Ph.D., M.P.H.
Assistant Professor
Health Behavior and Health Equity
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Jolene Bostwick, Pharm.D.
Clinical Professor
Pharmacy
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Cynthia Ewell Foster, Ph.D.
Clinical Professor
Psychiatry
Our Approach

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

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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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