SPARK

WHY JOIN SPARK

You’ll be part of the largest autism research community
It’s simple and free
SPARK is a long-term study that will provide answers to research questions for years to come
Together we can advance the understanding of autism

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What SPARK Has Accomplished

Who Can Join

SPARK is for all individuals living in the U.S. with a professional diagnosis of autism and their family members
All ages are welcome

How to Join

Create an account online
Agree to share data and genetic information
Registration takes about 20 minutes

What Participation Means

Participation is online and free
Your information will be kept private and secure
Answer questions about your autism experience
Return your saliva kit if you agree to genetic research
Learn about additional research opportunities

MEET OUR PARTICIPANTS

How Autistic Adults Are Changing What We Know About Them

We know very little about autistic people as they age. Adults in the SPARK study are changing that. Find out how.

An Autistic Pianist and the Quest to Communicate

Milosz Gasior may struggle to speak, but when he sits at the piano, he communicates effortlessly, in musical notes. Learn about the melodic world of this 20-year-old in SPARK.

The Challenges and Barriers to Dental Care When You Have Autism

People with autism face challenges with dental care. How can families and dentists help make care easier?

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WEBINARS

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Upcoming

Cora Taylor, Ph.D.

Webinar: Developing Personal Care Independence Skills

September 28, 2023

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Ericka Wodka

Webinar: Girls and Autism

August 30, 2023

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WHY JOIN SPARK

Who Can Join

How to Join

What Participation Means

MEET OUR PARTICIPANTS

How Autistic Adults Are Changing What We Know About Them

An Autistic Pianist and the Quest to Communicate

The Challenges and Barriers to Dental Care When You Have Autism

WEBINARS

Webinar: Developing Personal Care Independence Skills

Webinar: Girls and Autism

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