SPARK

WHY JOIN SPARK

You’ll be part of the largest autism research community
It’s simple and free
We are committed to autism research for decades 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

The Sibling Bond in Autism: The Story of Nicholas and Davis

Davis has autism. His big brother Nicholas doesn't. How does autism affect their sibling bond?

When SPARKs Fly: David and Vell’s Journey to Love

Watch this video interview to learn about David and Vell’s relationship and hear their advice for other autistic adults looking to step into the dating world.

Building a Community, for Autism

A good journalist always verifies the facts. So when former broadcast reporter Karen Zarsadiaz-Ige first read about the SPARK autism study, she checked it out. Here's what she learned.

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WEBINARS

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Alycia Halladay

Webinar: Siblings From Infancy to Adulthood

May 18, 2022

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Wendy Chung

Webinar: Understanding Autism Through Participant Involvement-SPARK Research Match

April 6, 2022

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WHY JOIN SPARK

Who Can Join

How to Join

What Participation Means

MEET OUR PARTICIPANTS

The Sibling Bond in Autism: The Story of Nicholas and Davis

When SPARKs Fly: David and Vell’s Journey to Love

Building a Community, for Autism

WEBINARS

Webinar: Siblings From Infancy to Adulthood

Webinar: Understanding Autism Through Participant Involvement-SPARK Research Match

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