Breaking Down Autism Genetics
In this webinar, Pamela Feliciano, Ph.D. discusses basic genetic terms and concepts, as well as the impact SPARK, will have on genetic discoveries in autism. This webinar is 60 minutes long.
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.
Browse Topics A-ZIn this webinar, Pamela Feliciano, Ph.D. discusses basic genetic terms and concepts, as well as the impact SPARK, will have on genetic discoveries in autism. This webinar is 60 minutes long.
Learn MoreIn December 2017, we asked our Facebook followers to finish this sentence: “As an adult with autism, I would like people to know…” The comments were varied, like the people who answered them, but we spotted some themes.
Learn MorePsychologist Eileen Crehan explains why sex education is so important for teens with autism and describes how her program in Chicago helps address some of the challenges.
Learn MoreIn this webinar, Eileen Crehan, Ph.D. discusses autism and sex ed. This webinar is 60 minutes long.
Learn MoreA parent uses SPARK resources to help her son during a challenging time at school.
Learn MoreIn this webinar, cohosted with the Simons Simplex Collection: (SSC) @IAN community, Craig Newschaffer discusses environmental autism risk factors. This webinar is 60 minutes long.
Learn MoreTo understand the genetics of autism, scientists have to study a lot of people. Pamela Feliciano, Ph.D., SPARK’s scientific director, discusses the challenges of engaging a large group in research.
Learn MoreSHANK3 is one of the genes most commonly linked to autism. Nearly 1 percent of people with autism have changes in this gene.
Learn MoreIn the TIGER study, researchers are searching for common symptoms among people with changes in the same genes.
Learn MoreSpecial interests can offer people with autism opportunities to socialize and to highlight their strengths. These interests can sometimes even grow into a career.
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