Biological Psychiatry Australia
Biological Psychiatry Australia is a society established in 2010 for professionals interested in the advancement of biological research in psychiatry.
The research focus of the Society encompasses the application of biological techniques to investigate and better understand the causes of psychiatric disorders and the translation of neuroscience research to the development of more effective clinical treatments.
The society convenes annually at a meeting designed to promote academic exchange and collaboration between researchers and clinicians working in related fields.
Executive Committee
President
Tertia Purves-Tyson
Neuroscience Research Australia
Vice-president
Rachel Hill
Monash University
Secretary
Yann Quidé
University of New South Wales
Treasurer
Roberta Goncalves Anversa
Placeholder: Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health
Webmaster
Lauren Harms
University of Newcastle
ECRN representative
Samara Walpole
University of Wollongong
Committee members
Sarah Cohen-Woods
Flinders University
Committee members
Vanessa Cropley
University of Melbourne
Committee members
Alexandre Guérin
University of Melbourne
Committee members
James Kesby
University of Queensland
Committee members
Natalie Matosin
The University of Sydney
BPA Equity and Diversity Statement
- Biological Psychiatry Australia (BPA) has a mission to promote research and innovation in the field of biological psychiatry within Australia.
- Diversity drives quality and innovation, and so BPA strives to develop a strong culture of diversity and inclusivity. We aim for all voices to be heard, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, socioeconomics, sexuality, religion, or any other attribute.
- We recognise our responsibility to our membership to promote equity of opportunity across all our activities, including developing meeting programs, and bestowing prizes and awards. We will not tolerate actions or language that discriminates against any person or persons based on gender, race, disability, age, socioeconomics, sexuality, religion or any other attribute, at any event held by or sponsored by BPA.
- Through fostering a culture of inclusivity, we aim to promote diversity and provide a forum where researchers of all levels and all backgrounds can freely share ideas and inspiration.
Click here for a report on the Society’s launch in 2010.
Click here for a copy of the BPA constitution.
