The overall aim of the research at NORMENT is to understand the underlying mechanisms of severe mental disorders and find answers to why some people develop perceptual disturbances, delusions, depressions, or manic phases.
Research topics
Genetics
Disclose the complete genetic architecture of psychotic disorders and determine their functional impact
Brain imaging
Identify novel brain imaging phenotypes linking genes and clinical phenotypes in a longitudinal setting
Outcome Prediction
Use genetic, environmental and clinical factors to predict disease progress and outcome
Clinical Intervention
Translate pathophysiological discoveries into clinical and pharmacological interventions
Research groups
NORMENT has organized its research into groups with complementary expertise. Each research group is headed by a core researcher or a group leader.
Research collaboration
Researchers at NORMENT have a close collaboration both within the centre and with national and international reseachers.