Our Focus

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

Resources for mental health researchers

More than 277 University of Michigan scholars contribute to our mission
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Sara Stein, Ph.D.
Research Assistant Professor
Health Behavior & Health Equity
Dayna LePlatte, M.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
Cecilia Martinez-Torteya smiling in front of a light blue backdrop
Clinical Associate Professor
Psychiatry
Alex Chaitoff in a blue tie and black jacket in front of a gray backdrop
Assistant Professor
Internal Medicine
Waist-up photo of Daphne Watkins smiling wearing gray business jacket in a library
Professor
Social Work
Michael Smith, Pharm.D.
Clinical Professor
Dr. Richard Dopp smiling in front of a row of windows
Clinical Associate Professor
Psychiatry
Jolene Bostwick wearing a floral print blouse in a building on the University of Michigan campus
Clinical Professor
Pharmacy
Helen Burgess smiling in front of a row of windows
Professor
Psychiatry
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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