Elham Assary

Elham Assary is a Researcher in the Social Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry department, focusing on the interplay between genetics, environmental sensitivity, and mental health outcomes. Her work spans psychiatric disorders, developmental psychology, and gene-environment interactions. Notably, she has investigated monozygotic twins to elucidate how genetic factors moderate environmental influences on neurodevelopmental phenotypes. Key areas include differential susceptibility theory, anxiety/depression trajectories, and the genetic architecture of environmental sensitivity.

Her research employs twin studies, genome-wide association analyses, and longitudinal designs to explore risk factors and outcomes across lifespan development. Recent studies highlight the role of genetic components in modulating responses to environmental stressors, with implications for clinical interventions targeting youth mental health. Collaborations span international teams and include contributions to high-impact journals like Nature Human Behaviour and Molecular Psychiatry.