It provides advice on the design and analysis of research projects related to Psychopharmacology.
Scientific research focuses on the pathophysiology and treatment of psychiatric disorders.
Neuroendocrinological and behavioural pharmacology research in the department studies the effects of compounds such as hormones and pharmaceutical agents on brain function, encompassing both clinical and basic research strategies. Research Staff include the Professor and Head of the Department, the Associate Professor, three Research Fellows, a Research Assistant, as well as both PhD and honours students. The Department of Psychiatry has units located at the other teaching sites of the Medical School of the University of Melbourne. Research programs at these sites also offer Masters and PhD opportunities. Pharmacokinetic and clinical evaluation of new psychotropic medications is carried out in the unit.