Dr. Brett Jones is a scientist and psychiatrist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and medical head of the Bipolar Disorder Clinic. He is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto.
Dr. Jones completed his psychiatry residency training and PhD at the University of Toronto, where his research focused on the neural correlates of cognitive impairment in bipolar disorder. His work integrates neuroimaging approaches, including MRI and PET, with cognitive assessment and biomarker methods to better understand brain–behavior relationships in mood disorders. He has received competitive research funding and is actively involved in clinical trials incorporating mechanistic biomarkers.
Areas of Research
Dr. Jones studies how brain function and biology relate to symptoms and cognitive difficulties in people with bipolar and other mood disorders. His research uses neuroimaging techniques, including MRI and PET, alongside cognitive testing and biological markers to understand how the illness affects the brain across different mood states.
A key goal of his work is to identify biological pathways that can guide more personalized and effective treatments. His research includes emerging therapeutic strategies targeting inflammation and metabolic function, as well as the study of novel interventions such as psychedelic therapies and related compounds. By combining clinical care with research, his work aims to improve treatment outcomes and quality of life for individuals living with mood disorders.
Publications
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