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 264 University of Michigan scholars contribute to our mission
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Katherine Gold, M.D., M.S.W., M.S.
Associate Professor
Family Medicine
Paresh Patel, M.D., Ph.D.
Clinical Professor
Psychiatry
David Krolewski, Ph.D.
Assistant Research Scientist
Michigan Neuroscience Institute
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Assistant Professor
Family Medicine
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Associate Professor
Psychology
Associate Professor
Social Work
Melissa DeJonckheere
Assistant Professor
Family Medicine
Beth Dugan, Ph.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor
Human Genetics
Margit Burmeister
Professor
Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics
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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