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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Megan Pesch, M.D.
Clinical Associate Professor
Pediatrics
Kristi Gamarel, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Health Behavior & Health Equity
Takakuni Suzuki, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
Antonios Koumpias smiles at the camera
Associate Professor
College of Arts, Sciences and Letters
Dr. Richard Dopp smiling in front of a row of windows
Clinical Associate Professor
Psychiatry
Kristen Ward smiling in front of a backdrop
Clinical Professor
Pharmacy
Linas Bieliauskas
Professor Emeritus
Psychiatry
Hannah Becker smiling in a room with light walls
Graduate Student
Psychology
Susan Maixner standing in front of a window, smiling
Clinical 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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