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Read more about: Autism genes

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.

On the Edge of Autism

Caitlin and Chad Calder long suspected that their daughter Della had autism. But they didn’t get an official diagnosis until they learned she had a change in the ASXL3 gene.

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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.

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Supersized Research

To 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.

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SHANK3

SHANK3 is one of the genes most commonly linked to autism. Nearly 1 percent of people with autism have changes in this gene.

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