Maximilian Kerz

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Maximilian Kerz is a researcher at the forefront of digital mental health, specializing in the use of wearable technology and smartphone sensing for early intervention in severe mental illness. His most notable contribution is the development of "SleepSight," a pioneering system that leverages wireless-enabled wearables and smartphones to collect longitudinal data on accelerometry, heart rate, ambient light, and phone usage patterns. This approach enables the detection of early signs of relapse in psychosis, allowing for targeted, timely interventions to prevent full episodes. With over 20 citations on this foundational work alone, Kerz’s research has demonstrated significant impact in translating passive sensing into actionable clinical tools. His work bridges the gap between computational psychiatry and real-world patient care, offering a scalable, non-invasive method to monitor and support individuals with psychotic disorders. By focusing on the critical role of sleep and circadian rhythms in mental health, Kerz has opened new avenues for relapse prevention, making his research essential reading for students and researchers interested in digital phenotyping, mobile health, and the future of personalized psychiatric care.