Research summary
Every year, more than 1.3 million Canadians experience a major depressive episode-and unfortunately, many turn to suicide. Dr. JianLi Wang, Canada Research Chair in Health Data Science and Innovation, is developing advanced tools to prevent depression and suicide. These tools will also help practitioners to deliver mental health services more efficiently and lead to better mental health planning at the population level.
Wang and his research team are also working closely with relevant stakeholders to build a knowledge base that will guide the implementation of risk-predictive tools that will have a meaningful impact on people and mental health system outcomes.