In clinical research, science and humanity come together in real-world settings to tackle the complex challenges of mental health with innovative and practical tools. Applied and tangible, clinical research differs from fundamental research by its immediate impact on patients.
At FIUSMM, a donation to research strengthens teams by welcoming promising young researchers, funding state-of-the-art equipment, providing salary support, and enabling groundbreaking studies that shape the future of mental health care. These contributions allow researchers to turn discoveries into real solutions for lasting patient recovery.
“Our research is not an abstract quest—it is rooted in reality.
With the Foundation’s support, we study and develop best practices across multiple fields. Our teams focus on concrete, accessible solutions that go beyond symptom reduction to truly transform patients’ lives.”
— Stéphane Guay, Director, IUSMM Research Center
Our Response to Societal Challenges
With over 65 researchers and 250 students from various disciplines, the IUSMM Research Center focuses on pressing issues such as intergenerational stress, eating disorders, and the impact of gender on mental illness development.
Affiliated with Université de Montréal, the Research Center has been recognized by the Fonds de recherche du Québec – Santé (FRQS) for over 30 years.
At FIUSMM, a donation to research strengthens teams by welcoming promising young researchers, funding state-of-the-art equipment, providing salary support, and enabling groundbreaking studies that shape the future of mental health care. These contributions allow researchers to turn discoveries into real solutions for lasting patient recovery.
Key Clinical Research Projects
Mental Health and Work Research Chair
A major initiative supporting the reintegration of individuals with mental disorders such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia into the workforce, while promoting best practices.
Aller mieux à ma façon
A self-management tool that complements traditional treatments, empowering individuals with anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder to take charge of their recovery.
Avatar Therapy
An innovative method developed at the Axel Centerwhich uses virtual reality to treat disorders such as schizophrenia, addiction and, more recently, depression.
Physical Activity Studies
Research demonstrating the benefits of exercise on mental health while debunking common misconceptions.
Signature Biobank
One of the world’s largest databases of biological, psychosocial and clinical data on people with mental disorders, accessible to researchers worldwide in complete confidentiality. An invaluable resource!