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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In the following articles and webinars, you can learn how SPARK, the largest autism research study, is advancing our understanding of autism.
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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COVID-19 and its Impact on the SPARK ASD Community
Dr. Wendy Chung shares results from a survey completed by over 8,000 families.
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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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How Far Will Dads Go for their Kids with Autism?
Find out just how far dads will go to help their children with autism.
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Send Us your Kit
With your help, we can discover something new! Please send us your spit. (If you’ve already sent in your saliva kit, thanks! You may enjoy this video anyway.)
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Taking the Reins: A Family’s Decision Pays Off
Receiving a genetic diagnosis for their daughter was in many ways a huge relief for the Zeyer family.
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