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NIMH Kicks Off 75th Anniversary Celebration

Dr. Gordon
NIMH Director Dr. Joshua A. Gordon

Starting in September 2023, NIMH will celebrate 75 years of transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses. The celebration launches with “The Evolution of Mental Health Research” symposium, which will highlight key advances in mental health research over the past 75 years. 

This symposium offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from distinguished thought leaders and learn how developments in neuroscience, genetics, and behavioral research are leading to exciting discoveries shaping the future of mental health research. 

This event will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on NIH’s main campus. If you cannot attend in person, you can join the celebration virtually. The event will be recorded and archived.

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Register at https://go.nih.gov/BcMj1Bi. Registration is required for both in-person and virtual participation. 

Event highlights include: 

  • Opening remarks from NIH leaders, including NIMH Director Dr. Joshua A. Gordon
  • Presentations from scientific experts highlighting exciting breakthroughs and discoveries in genetics, imaging, systems, neuroscience, services and interventions
  • Discussions with thought leaders in mental health research 
  • A poster session featuring research conducted by NIMH’s Division of Intramural Research Programs  

This symposium is the first of several NIMH anniversary events. For more information about the celebration, visit nimh.nih.gov/75years.

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