The 2025 Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) Conference in Chicago was an inspiring and enriching gathering of researchers from around the world, and we’re proud to share that our team was actively involved the event.
🌍 Dr. Neus Barrantes Vidal, principal investigator of our group, participated as a discussant in the workshop “Bridging Perspectives: Insights from Women Across Academia and Industry on Schizophrenia.” This session created a vital space for dialogue on the unique challenges, perspectives, and contributions of women in schizophrenia research. Topics such as equity, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration were at the heart of a much-needed and energizing conversation.
👩🔬 We were also thrilled to see our team’s ongoing research showcased throughout the conference:
🔊 Oral Communication
➡️ Dr. Pilar Torrecilla González presented new longitudinal findings from the Barcelona Longitudinal Investigation of Schizotypy Study (BLISS), focusing on predictors of psychosis risk—highlighting the power of long-term, multiwave approaches to understanding vulnerability.
📌 Poster Presentations
Our group contributed several poster presentations, including:
➡️ A study co-authored by Dr. Neus Barrantes Vidal and Thomas R. Kwapil, recently published in Schizophrenia Bulletin, titled:
“Predictive Validity of Psychometrically Assessed Schizotypy for Psychopathology Dimensions and Functioning in an 8-Year Multiwave Study”
📄 Read the article
➡️ Valeria Lavín Gutiérrez presented her PhD work:
“Exploring the Early Exposome: Impact of Positive and Negative Childhood Experiences on Psychotic and Affective Features”
➡️ Karen Fagián showcased her doctoral research:
“The Moderating Role of Schizotypy in the Association of Subclinical Psychotic-Like Symptoms and Distress: A Time-Lagged Daily-Life Examination”
Participating in SIRS 2025 was a valuable opportunity to share our ongoing work, connect with international collaborators, and continue advancing toward a more nuanced and inclusive understanding of psychosis and mental health.