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Our team is dedicated to advancing research that enhances treatment and support for those affected by mental illness, addiction and geriatric concerns, and looks to improve mental health and substance use services and policies.
Understanding coercive control in 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities
Research Overview
Understanding coercive control in 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities
Addressing disparities in forensic mental healthcare for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour)
Research Overview
Addressing disparities in forensic mental healthcare for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour)
Childhood adversity, antisociality, and suicidal behaviour among men in a high-secure forensic hospital
Research Overview
Childhood adversity, antisociality, and suicidal behaviour among men in a high-secure forensic hospital
Approval for funded research projects: Initiating project upon award
A step-by-step checklist for funded research projects.
Waypoint research proposal process summary
Grant/Project Review and Approval
This table summarizes Waypoint Research Institute (WRI)’s review and approval process for: 1. applications for research funding; and 2. research projects to be fully or partially conducted at Waypoint, or that use Waypoint resources. The approval process depends whether the researcher/research team is applying for funding; is ready to begin a funded project; is starting an unfunded project, or contributing their time to an external project; or is external to the WRI.
Application to a granting agency – Phase 1: Announcing intent to apply
Phase 1 must be completed a minimum of five (5) weeks prior to the agency deadline.
Application to a granting agency – Phase 2: Preparing and submitting
Phase 2 must start at least five (5) weeks prior to the agency deadline.
Examining data from a U.S. nationally representative cohort of adults who self-report violence
Research Overview
Examining data from a U.S. nationally representative cohort of adults who self-report violence
July 2024 Research Nook
Research Nook Edition 5
In this edition of the Research Nook: Dr. Bingham's CIHR Grant What's new at the WRI Recent Publications WRI in the news Cafe Scientifique Event PCFC Corner Recent Events
April 2024 Research Nook
Research Nook Edition #4
In this Edition: Knowledge Exchange Event What's new at the WRI Recent publications WRI in the news WRI Spotlights PCFC Corners Recent and Upcoming Events
Why Incels are Worth Talking About
Recording for Waypoint Talks
Waypoint Talks invited Dr. Sparks to present on why incels are worth talking about.
Why Incels are Worth Talking About – slides
Slides for Waypoint Talks
Dr. Brandon Sparks, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Psychology at Kingston University spoke to us about incels.