Prix et distinctions
Douglas Institute researchers and their students have received awards and distinctions for their contributions to research and the advancement of knowledge in mental health.
2010
Heinz Lehmann Award :
Martin Lepage PhD
He receives the Heinz Lehmann 2010 Award from the Douglas Institute Foundation.
The Heinz Lehmann Award is designed to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of research in neuropsychopharmacology in Canada.
2009
CCNP Young Investigator Award :
Jens Pruessner Ph.D.
The Young Investigator Award is designed to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of research in neuropsychopharmacology by a young basic scientist or clinical investigator in Canada.
CIHR Bisby Award :
Carl Ernst PhD
Distinguished Investigator Award :
Gustavo Turecki MD, PhD
He receives the Distinguished Investigator Award from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).
Douglas Utting Prize :
Gustavo Turecki MD, PhD
The Douglas Utting Prize annually to one individual in Canada who has contributed significantly to promote research and treatment on depression and awareness of depression.
EPA Young Investigator Award :
Fabrice Jollant MD, PhD
The objective of the European Psychiatrist Association (EPA) is to establish an association of French and German psychiatrists, which would promote european psychiatry in the fields of research, treatment and teaching.
Heinz Lehmann Award :
Anne Crocker PhD
The Award recognizes a Douglas researcher who has made advances in care, teaching, and research about mental illness, as did Dr. Heinz Lehmann before her. The prize is awarded by the Douglas Institute Foundation and is made possible thanks to the generosity of Pfizer Canada.
Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association :
N.P. Vasavan Nair M.D., FRCPC
The American Psychiatric Association s the world’s largest psychiatric organization representing more than 38,000 psychiatric physicians from around the world. Its member physicians work together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorders.
Montpellier University Honoris Causa :
Judes Poirier PhD, C.Q.
Montpellier University Honoris Causa Degree is one of the most prestigious awards as it arbours the oldest faculty of medecine in the world. It rewards the work of a pioneer in the etiology and treatment of Alzheimer's Disease.
RACs' Prix d'excellence :
Serge Gauthier MD, FRCPC
The Prix d'excellence is to recognize Fellows who have outstanding qualities and have made significant contributions as medical educators or provided outstanding service to their community and to the Royal College.
