How Does SPARK Analyze Study Participants’ DNA?
This interactive feature shows you the journey that your DNA takes from saliva sample to genetic results.
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Get 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.
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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Celebrating SPARK’s 5th Anniversary
Read about SPARK’s first five years and what we’ve accomplished as a community.
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The Importance of Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Autism Research
SPARK wants to increase racial and ethnic diversity in autism research. Learn what it’s doing to reach communities that are underrepresented.
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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 Responds to COVID-19
These are stressful times, and things are changing daily in the face of COVID-19. Learn what you, as a SPARK participant, can do.
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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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What Is Your SPARK Dashboard?
When you join SPARK, you get a personal dashboard with important information and participation opportunities.
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SPARK and COVID-19: Participant Q&A
Learn about SPARK participation during this difficult time. Also provided are suggestions for COVID-19-related resources for the autism community.
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Collecting Saliva is Hard – Here Are Some Ways to Make it Easier
If you are collecting saliva for SPARK’s research, here are some tips that may help.
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