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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.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Inaugural professor leading initiatives in Precision Mental Health.
Sydney Medical School • Sydney, Australia
Directed the Brain Dynamics Center and advanced research in cognitive neuropsychiatry.
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