Psychiatric Genetics Around The Globe - Chances And Challenges: An Update From The Global Diversity Task Force Of The ISPG.

One of the primary missions of the ISPG is to spread state-of-the-art research into the genetics of mental illness around the globe. In so doing, we strive to adhere to the highest standards of scientific practice, to learn about regional chances and challenges, and to foster collaborations across continents. To this end, the ISPG has established a standing committee, the Global Diversity Task Force, bringing together researchers from all continents. A major focus of the Task Force's work lies on the empowerment of early career investigators. Furthermore, the Task Force aims at identifying obstacles that impede researchers' access to funding and other resources needed for successful research. In this symposium, we will learn about the latest developments on these "frontiers' from researchers from Latin America, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Asia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]