Will Simcock

Will is a clinical neuroscientist currently studying his PhD investigating using rest-activity rhythms to predict treatment response in treatment resistant depression. His thesis is focused on utilising the objective tool actigraphy to evaluate early change during treatment with ketamine or ketamine + behavioural activation therapy, to improve patient and clinical outcomes.

With a passion for mood disorders and novel treatment and evaluation strategies, Will is building a strong foundation in his research with experience in both animal and clinical research. Alongside his personal research, Will works as a Research Assistant in the Department of Psychological Medicine at UOC, with a research focus in eating disorders in Māori and rangatahi.

With experience in animal labs, electrophysiology, drug administration and effects, clinical research, psychology, and statistical analysis, Will is establishing himself in a breadth of areas to develop his knowledge and skills as much as possible.