Dr. Gerard Sanacora

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Biography

Gerard Sanacora is a Professor of Psychiatry at Yale University, where he directs the Yale Depression Research Program. He earned his PhD in Physiology and Biophysics in 1992 and an MD in 1994, both from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. His research is focused on elucidating the pathophysiological mechanisms associated with mood and neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly examining the roles of amino acid neurotransmitter systems like GABA and Glutamate in these conditions. Sanacora’s laboratory employs both preclinical rodent models and novel magnetic resonance spectroscopy methodologies to investigate the neurobiology of mood disorders and to develop new therapeutic strategies. He has participated in numerous clinical trials and is a principal investigator for many relevant studies aimed at understanding and treating major depression and other psychiatric conditions. Throughout his career, he has received multiple awards for his contributions to psychopharmacology and has published extensively in the field.

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Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Yale University • New Haven, CT

Gerard Sanacora is a Professor of Psychiatry and directs the Yale Depression Research Program, focusing on treatment mechanisms in neuropsychiatric disorders.

Awards

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Team Science Award

2022-05-04
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Joel Elkes Research Award

2011-12-03
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ANNA-MONIKA-FOUNDATION Award

2009-10-11
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NARSAD Klerman Award

2005-10-15
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NARSAD Klerman Award

2003-10-21

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.