Tag Archives: Autism

Social Media Outlets Become a Destination for Autism Science, News, and Events

Throughout 2010, the Autism Science Foundation’s social media channels have become a go-to resource for those who want to keep up-to-date on the latest news in autism science. Our blog is a frequent destination for parents, educators and scientists alike … Continue reading

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Autism Science at Work: Observational and Electrophysiological Assessments of Temperament in Infants at Risk for ASDs

Watch predoctoral student Karen Burner, under the mentorship of Dr. Sara Jane Webb of the University of Washington, Seattle, present her Autism Science Foundation-funded research, Observational and Electrophysiological Assessments of Temperament in Infants at Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorders, at … Continue reading

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Mother’s Day Brunch Celebrates Special Needs Families

On May 9, the Autism Science Foundation and the Jewish Community Center of MidWestchester (JCC) joined forces to honor families raising children with special needs at the Celebrating Families: Mother’s Day Brunch. The event honored Nancy Kaplan, Linda Helfman and … Continue reading

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A Trusted Resource for Media Outlets

The scientists and leaders working with the Autism Science Foundation are unparalleled. Our scientific advisory board members and board members are frequently called upon by national and local media outlets to comment on major stories about autism. Here are just … Continue reading

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Autism Science at Work: A Preclinical Model for Determining the Role of AVPR1A in ASD

Watch predoctoral student Rhonda Charles, under the mentorship of Dr. Joseph Buxbaum of Mount Sinai School of Medicine, present her Autism Science Foundation-funded research, A Preclinical Model for Determining the Role of AVPR1A in Autism Spectrum Disorders, at the International … Continue reading

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Serving Up Science and Sandwiches at IMFAR

Autism Science Foundation held a special version of its popular Science and Sandwiches bimonthly lunch at IMFAR, showcasing research funded by the Autism Science Foundation.  The event brought together over 100 scientists, advocates, individuals with autism, and family members. Science and … Continue reading

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Offering Educational Opportunities to Parents and Students

In 2010, the Autism Science Foundation awarded eight grants to autism stakeholders to enable them to attend the International Meeting for Autism Research 2010 (IMFAR) in Philadelphia, May 20–22. Each grant recipient brought back critical information on new research to … Continue reading

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Funding More Research in 2011

We recently closed our application process for the 2011 Autism Science Foundation pre- and postdoctoral fellowships. We received almost fifty proposals for work ranging from genetics and animal models, to treatment, services and delivery. This is the research that will … Continue reading

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Autism Science at Work: Phenotypic Heterogeneity and Early Identification of ASD in the United States

Watch predoctoral student Matthew Maenner, under the mentorship of Dr. Maureen Durkin of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, present his Autism Science Foundation-funded research, Phenotypic Heterogeneity and Early Identification of ASD in the United States, at the International Meeting for … Continue reading

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Online Hub of Autism Research Videos

In August, the Autism Science Foundation launched its YouTube channel stocked with insightful interviews of top autism researchers. The channel currently has 16 videos from some of the top names in autism science including Dr. David Mandell, Dr. Eric Courschesne, … Continue reading

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