Webinar: The Future of SPARK and Autism Research
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Wendy Chung provides an overview of the SPARK study and where autism research is headed.
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Because of SPARK and other research studies throughout the world, we are rapidly learning how genes affect our biology and development. We are also learning how changes to some genes can lead to autism. Read about the latest research on autism genetics and visit with people who have learned about a genetic change associated with their autism.
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When Does Autism Begin?
What if almost everything we assumed about how autism begins is wrong? New studies call into question some assumptions about regression in autism.
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Radio Waves: The Autism Journey of John Graham
John Graham knew that autism affects everyone differently. He recently learned from SPARK just how different his own autism is.
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SPARK Finds New Class of Genes that Cause Autism
A study using SPARK data has uncovered a new class of genes that may expand what we know about autism and the way the brain works.
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An Unexpected Answer to an Autism Question
When Nick’s parents joined the SPARK study, they had no idea that it would lead to surprising news about Nick, and about themselves.
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When It’s More Than Autism: Bradley’s Story
When Bradley’s family joined SPARK in 2016, they did not expect the news they would receive five years later.
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After a Genetic Diagnosis, the Opportunity to Connect
Learning the genetic basis for her son’s autism brought a mother to other families — and a glimpse into the future.
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Life with Autism, Times Five
The McBrides, one of the first families to join SPARK, have five family members with autism. SPARK found a genetic diagnosis for one of them.
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Webinar: Ask Me Anything – Dr. Wendy Chung
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Wendy Chung answers your questions about SPARK and autism.
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SPARK Data Reveals a Common Genetic Change Linked to Autism
A new study using data from 6,000 families in SPARK suggests that a gene called DDHD2 may play a role in autism.
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First a Cleft Lip, then Autism
More than three years after a genetic diagnosis, Brody Eidam has surpassed doctor’s expectations. But he and his family still face lots of challenges.
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