The Pivot: Researcher Gabriel Dichter Focuses on Autism
Gabriel Dichter, one of SPARK’s first researchers, has a deep sense that incredible discoveries about autism are coming in the next five to 10 years.
Read MoreGet the latest autism updates from SPARK, including information about genes and ASD research, webinars, and personal stories from our community.
Our ‘genes’ page provides short, easy-to-understand descriptions of genes linked to autism. Under ‘research’, you’ll find the latest updates from SPARK and other autism studies. In our ‘stories’ section, families, scientists and others share their journeys. In our monthly webinars, speakers from the autism community provide useful information for families and people with autism. All are welcome–invitation links are issued in our monthly newsletter. If you have suggestions for webinar topics, please email us at webinars@sparkforautism.org.
Gabriel Dichter, one of SPARK’s first researchers, has a deep sense that incredible discoveries about autism are coming in the next five to 10 years.
Read MoreRead about SPARK’s first five years and what we’ve accomplished as a community.
Read MoreWhen Alycia Halladay Ross heard that a huge autism study was launching, she knew she had to join for her daughter and all the other girls with autism.
Read MoreWatch this recorded webinar with Dr. Vanessa Bal. She discusses her research on COVID-19 and autistic adults, and answers questions about the study and mental health.
Read MoreOn April 21st, Dr. Wendy Chung will give an overview of the SPARK study and where autism research is headed.
Read MoreSPARK wants to increase racial and ethnic diversity in autism research. Learn what it’s doing to reach communities that are underrepresented.
Read MoreAmy Gravino got an email with big news: SPARK had found the cause of her autism. What did that mean for her?
Read MoreDon’t miss this recorded webinar with Dr. Melissa Hale. She answers the community’s questions about behavioral interventions.
Read MoreThe McBrides, one of the first families to join SPARK, have five family members with autism. SPARK found a genetic diagnosis for one of them.
Read MoreDespite Hurricane Maria and a move, a family keeps its focus on helping a son, and others, with autism.
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