Professor Ole A. Andreassen from the University of Oslo and Oslo University Hospital is a distinguished neuroscientist and psychiatrist specializing in the genetic and neurobiological foundations of severe psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. He serves as the director of the Norwegian Centre for Mental Disorders Research (NORMENT) and leads comprehensive investigations that integrate advanced neuroimaging, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), computational modeling and bioinformatics. His research has been pivotal in identifying genetic variants and brain structural and functional changes associated with mental illness, providing insights into the molecular and neural mechanisms underpinning psychopathology.

Andreassen’s contributions have significantly enhanced the scientific community’s understanding of psychiatric disorders' etiology and potential therapeutic targets. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Research Council of Norway Award for Outstanding Research and Anders Jahre Medical Prize in recognition of his significant contributions to psychiatric research. Andreassen’s commitment to public dissemination is aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding mental disorders. He is member of the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters. These accolades underscore his impactful role in advancing the understanding of psychiatric conditions and promoting awareness to foster a broader societal understanding of mental health.