The research team of the neuroimmunology laboratory.

The lab team studies the effect of prenatal stress on childhood development and the various risk factors associated with schizophrenia.  

Suzanne King is investigating  risk factors for schizophrenia, such as prenatal stress, obstetric complications, and cannabis use.

Natalie Grizenko is medical director with the mandate of integrating research, teaching and clinical excellence throughout the program.

Ridha Joober developed a pharmaco-genetic profile of schizophrenia that may lead to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment.

David Laplante has been studying the link between prenatal stress and early childhood development.

Animated short films produced by the kids from Project Ice Storm

The Douglas Institute is proud to announce that Michael Meaney, C.M., Ph.D., C.Q., FRSC, is the 2014 laureate of the prestigious prix Wilder-Penfield. 

Effects of child abuse  > Researchers are exploring the effects of child abuse on the brain and on suicidal tendency.

Prenatal maternal stress > New data will lead to a better understanding of its impact on mothers-to-be and their fetuses