A prolific writer, Dr. Kupfer has authored and co-authored a combination of more than 1,000 articles, books, and book chapters. Dr. Kupfer's own research focused primarily on long-term treatment strategies for recurrent mood disorders including both psychotherapeutic and pharmacologic treatments, the pathogenesis of depression, and the relationship between biomarkers and depression. He is internationally recognized for his role as Chair of the American Psychiatric Association Task Force for DSM-5. In recognition of his contributions to the field, Dr. Kupfer has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors including his 1990 election to the National Academy of Medicine.