MEXA
At the intersection of mental health and AI.
We're a community exploring generative AI solutions that are ethical, evidence‑based, and culturally informed.
Funded by Wellcome and supported by Neuromatch, MEXA brings together researchers, clinicians, technologists, ethicists, and lived-experience experts.
MEXA Accelerator
The MEXA Research Accelerator brought together interdisciplinary teams globally to develop responsible, high-impact research at the intersection of AI and mental health. Through structured mentorship and collaboration, participants refined early ideas with real-world potential.
Community insights
Discover stories, research highlights, and reflections from across the MEXA community. Our blog shares fresh perspectives, program updates, and behind-the-scenes insights on work shaping the future of mental health and AI.
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Join our growing LinkedIn community to stay informed about events, opportunities, and shared learning. Connect with researchers, practitioners, and innovators contributing to the evolving field of mental health and AI.
Partners & supporters
Funded by Wellcome and delivered in collaboration with partners including Google DeepMind and Gooey.AI.
MEXA at a Glance
A snapshot of our global, interdisciplinary community
Community members
Countries Represented
Accelerator Teams
Hackathon Participants
MEXA Accelerator
40 teams representing 16 countries and six continents were selected to embark on this journey.
The Accelerator brought together AI researchers, clinicians, ethicists, technologists, and lived-experience experts to co-create foundational research on generative AI for anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
MEXA Accelerator in-person convening at Wellcome, London, 2025
MEXA Community Reflections
Real voices. Real impact.
“The MEXA accelerator is a unique experience in proposal development. Our senior team members haven’t seen anything like it, and have repeatedly emphasized how useful this is for more junior researchers.“
“MEXA represents the future of mental healthcare. MEXA is shaping the future of mental health and AI.”
“I’ve joined the MEXA community to connect and learn from individuals at the intersection of mental health and artificial intelligence. I’m also excited by the possibility of meeting potential team members, mentors, advisors or users of the platform.”
