Gustavo Turecki

Gustavo Turecki

Gustavo Turecki is a Canadian psychiatrist and neuroscientist known for his research in the field of suicide and depression. He is a professor at McGill University and the head of the McGill Group for Suicide Studies (MGSS). Turecki's work has significantly contributed to understanding the biological and psychosocial factors associated with suicidal behavior.

Early Life and Education

Gustavo Turecki was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He completed his medical degree at the University of Buenos Aires before moving to Canada to pursue further training. Turecki obtained his Ph.D. in psychiatry from McGill University, where he also completed his residency in psychiatry.

Career

Turecki is a professor in the Department of Psychiatry at McGill University and a researcher at the Douglas Mental Health University Institute. He is the director of the McGill Group for Suicide Studies, which focuses on understanding the neurobiological and psychosocial factors that contribute to suicidal behavior. His research integrates clinical, genetic, and epigenetic approaches to study the mechanisms underlying suicide and depression.

Research Contributions

Turecki's research has led to significant advancements in the understanding of the biological underpinnings of suicidal behavior. He has published extensively on the role of epigenetics in suicide, demonstrating how environmental factors can influence gene expression and contribute to mental health disorders. His work has also explored the impact of childhood adversity on the risk of developing depression and suicidal tendencies later in life.

Awards and Recognition

Gustavo Turecki has received numerous awards for his contributions to psychiatry and neuroscience, including the Royal Society of Canada's College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Research Award. He is widely regarded as a leading expert in the field of suicide research.

Personal Life

Turecki resides in Montreal, Quebec, where he continues his research and teaching at McGill University. He is actively involved in various initiatives aimed at improving mental health care and suicide prevention.

See Also

• Suicide prevention
• Depression (mood)
• Epigenetics
• McGill University
• Douglas Mental Health University Institute