Dr. Leanne Williams

Professor

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Biography

Leanne Williams is the inaugural Vincent V.C. Woo Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, where she also serves as the Director of the Stanford Center for Precision Mental Health and Wellness. Dr. Williams has previously held a professorship and directorship at the Brain Dynamics Center in Sydney Medical School. She holds a PhD from Oxford University, funded by a British Council Scholarship. Dr. Williams' research focuses on developing a precision neuroscience approach in psychiatry, particularly in understanding depression and anxiety through innovative imaging and measurement techniques. Her work designs biotypes for individualized diagnosis and treatment approaches that incorporate pharmacological, behavioral, and neuromodulation strategies. Dr. Williams has published extensively in the field, contributing to over 388 scientific papers, and has authored the book 'Precision Psychiatry'. She has received numerous awards recognizing her contributions to psycho-neuro-pharmacology, including the Perry Award and the Educator Award from the Society of Biological Psychiatry. Beyond her research, Dr. Williams is involved in various advisory capacities, guiding future initiatives in mental health and precision medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Vincent V.C. Woo Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Inaugural professor leading initiatives in Precision Mental Health.

Professor

— Present

Sydney Medical School • Sydney, Australia

Directed the Brain Dynamics Center and advanced research in cognitive neuropsychiatry.

Awards

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Perry Award

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Educator Award

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Fellow

Patents

Systems and Methods Detecting Complex Networks in MRI Image Data

16/368,774 2020-07-07

Systems and Methods Detecting Complex Networks in MRI Image Data

16/921,388 2018-07-31

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.