If you are an IMH member and would like to share more about yourself and your research with the community, please contact Megan Rollerson, Manager, Communications and Partnerships at megan.rollerson@ubc.ca.
January 2025
IMH SHOWCASE: HEATHER PALIS
Meet Dr. Heather Palis, a former Marshall Fellow and Stimulus Grant awardee! Her research at the BC Centre for Disease Control and the UBC School of Population and Public Health focuses on harm reduction and substance use interventions to address the overdose emergency in BC. Dr. Palis’ collaborative efforts include bringing together people with lived experience of stimulant use to tackle knowledge gaps in research.
November 2024
IMH SHOWCASE: WALTER SENA
Meet Dr. Walter Sena, a former IMH Marshall Fellow who is developing digital tools for more accurate, data-driven insights in cognitive health! Originally trained in Brazil, his latest project is a groundbreaking Software as Medical Device (SaMD), neurocognition.ai, that uses smartphone-based gaze tracking to objectively monitor cognition. Outside of work, Dr. Sena is embracing life as a new father.
October 2024
IMH SHOWCASE: KIRSTEN MARCHAND
Meet Dr. Kirsten Marchand, an IMH Marshall Fellow dedicated to improving youths’ access to substance use services. In partnership with Foundry BC, her work combines data and community insights to develop youth-centred care models. Dr. Marchand’s passion for collaborating with patient partners, service providers, and decision-makers helps her tackle complex health system challenges.
September 2024
IMH SHOWCASE: NICK AINSWORTH
Meet Dr. Nick Ainsworth, an IMH Marshall Fellow and geriatric psychiatrist committed to improving the mental, physical, and cognitive health of older adults with serious psychiatric illnesses. Inspired by his clinical work with difficult-to-treat mood disorders, Dr. Ainsworth’s current research focuses on identifying the best medication strategies for managing late-life depression. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor activities year-round, singing, and spending time with his family.