Brain Networks in Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder: Targets for Novel Therapies

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Cameron S. Carter, M.D.

Chair, Psychiatry & Human Behavior

Distinguished Professor, Psychiatry & Human Behavior

UC Irvine

Scientific Council Member (Joined 2005)

2024 Goldman-Rakic Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Cognitive Neuroscience

2007 Distinguished Investigator Grant

2001 Klerman Prize for Exceptional Clinical Research

1997, 1994 Young Investigator Grant

Dr. Carter’s clinical interest is in the early diagnosis and treatment of serious mental health disorders. His research focuses on understanding the neural basis of healthy cognition and the mechanisms underlying disturbances in higher cognition and emotion in patients with brain and behavior disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and autism. The goal of his work is to provide a new understanding of the nature and causes of these disorders and to contribute to the development of new therapies that enhance recovery and the achievement of a satisfying quality of life. His work reflects the latest in computational, neuroimaging and electrophysiology approaches.

In 2023 Dr Carter assumed the position of Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the University of California at Irvine. Prior to that he served in a variety of clinical and leadership roles related to neuroscience and mental health at UC Davis and the University of Pittsburgh.

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Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D.

Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., serves as the President & CEO of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, the largest private funder of mental health research grants. Dr. Borenstein developed the Emmy-nominated public television program “Healthy Minds,” and serves as host and executive producer of the series. The program, broadcast nationwide, is available online, and focuses on topics in psychiatry in order to educate the public, reduce stigma and offer a message of hope. Dr. Borenstein served as Editor-in-Chief of Psychiatric News, the newspaper of the American Psychiatric Association from 2012 - 2023.

Dr. Borenstein is a Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine and serves as the Chair of the Section of Psychiatry at the Academy. He also has served as the President of the New York State Psychiatric Association. Dr. Borenstein earned his undergraduate degree at Harvard and his medical degree at New York University.

Brain Networks in Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder: Targets for Novel Therapies

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Cameron S. Carter, M.D.

Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D.

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