Jenny Gu
About Jenny Gu
Jenny Gu is a Research Manager at Big Health in San Francisco, California, with a background in psychology and extensive experience in mental health research and support roles. She previously worked at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Sussex, where she focused on mindfulness and compassion research during her doctoral studies.
Current Role at Big Health
Jenny Gu serves as the Research Manager at Big Health, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on advancing research initiatives that align with the company's mission to improve mental health through digital solutions. Her work contributes to the development and evaluation of innovative mental health interventions.
Previous Experience in Research and Mental Health
Prior to her current role, Jenny Gu worked at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as a Research Fellow from 2017 to 2018. She also held various positions at the University of Sussex, including Mental Health Support Assistant, Doctoral Tutor, and Junior Research Associate, accumulating extensive experience in mental health research and support from 2010 to 2018.
Educational Background in Psychology
Jenny Gu completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Sussex from 2008 to 2011. She furthered her education at the same institution, earning a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology and Philosophy from 2013 to 2017. Her doctoral research addressed gaps in mindfulness and compassion research, focusing on mechanisms, measurement, and digital solutions.
Research Contributions and Publications
Jenny Gu actively shares her research work and publications on her ResearchGate profile. Her contributions to the fields of psychology and mental health are informed by her extensive academic training and practical experience in various mental health settings.
Professional Affiliations and Identifiers
Jenny Gu holds an ORCID identifier, which uniquely identifies her as an academic author. This identifier is essential for maintaining a clear record of her research contributions and publications in the academic community.