Celebrating SPARK’s 5th Anniversary
Read about SPARK’s first five years and what we’ve accomplished as a community.
Learn MoreThe articles and webinars below highlight the latest autism research findings made possible by SPARK participants, researchers, and others throughout the world. You can also read about the autism journeys of SPARK families.
To browse through our articles, webinars, and family stories by topic, view our Topics in Autism page.
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Learn 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.
Learn 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.
Learn MoreSPARK wants to increase racial and ethnic diversity in autism research. Learn what it’s doing to reach communities that are underrepresented.
Learn MoreAmy Gravino got an email with big news: SPARK had found the cause of her autism. What did that mean for her?
Learn MoreDon’t miss this recorded webinar with Dr. Melissa Hale. She answers the community’s questions about behavioral interventions.
Learn 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.
Learn MoreDespite Hurricane Maria and a move, a family keeps its focus on helping a son, and others, with autism.
Learn MoreIn 2016, the Steins joined a new autism study called SPARK. What’s happened with them, and SPARK, since then?
Learn MoreIn this recorded webinar, Dr. Wendy Chung answers your questions about SPARK and autism.
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