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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 278 University of Michigan scholars contribute to our mission
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Erin Ware, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.A.
Research Associate Professor
Institute for Social Research
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Jessica Van Huysse, Ph.D.
Clinical Associate Professor
Psychiatry
Alexander Weigard, Ph.D.
Alexander Weigard, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
Kira Birditt
Kira Birditt, Ph.D.
Research Professor
Aging and Biopsychosocial Innovations
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Michael Shepherd, Ph.D., M.A., M.A.P.
Assistant Professor
Health Management and Policy
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Alexander Chaitoff, M.D., M.P.H.
Assistant Professor
Internal Medicine
John Traynor
John Traynor, Ph.D.
Professor
Pharmacology
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Sarah Sperry, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
Ashley Gearhardt
Ashley Gearhardt, Ph.D.
Professor
Psychology
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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