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David Ross, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor Adjunct in the Department of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, Yale University. He holds academic appointments in Psychiatry and is affiliated with the National Neuroscience Curriculum Initiative (NNCI), serving as its Executive Director. His education includes an MD and PhD from Yale University, reflecting a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research.
Dr. Ross’s research focuses on psychiatric neuroscience, neurobiology of mental disorders, and medical education innovation. He explores topics such as neuroplasticity, health disparities, and the integration of neuroscience into clinical practice. His work emphasizes addressing stigma around substance use disorders and improving communication of scientific concepts for mental health providers.
His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, including studies on hippocampal neurogenesis, sex differences in traumatic brain injury, and the impact of solitary confinement on neurobiology. He has also contributed to community-based interventions targeting opioid stigma and developed online curricula for neuroscience education in psychiatry.
- Grants & Awards: 2021 Deeda Blair Research Initiative Grant for advancing neuroscience literacy in mental health education.
- Professional Contributions: Leadership in the NNCI to modernize psychiatric education and promote precision medicine through genetics curricula.
- Collaborations: Works with researchers like Ayala Danzig, Larry Marks, and Elyse Kyzar on topics ranging from neurodegeneration to health equity.
