Autism BrainNet invites the Autism Speaks community to attend a free webinar: “Epilepsy and Autism Seen through the Brain,” on Friday, Oct. 14, from noon to 1 pm Eastern.
An estimated one third of people with autism also have epilepsy. The potentially dangerous seizures are not always obvious without testing.
The webinar will feature behavioral child neurologist Shafli Spurling Jeste, of the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine, and neuroimmunologist David Menassa, of the University of Oxford. Dr. Jeste will discuss medical issues affecting children with autism and epilepsy. Dr. Menassa will discuss his research investigating how inflammatory cells in the brain may influence the development of both disorders.
To register for the free webinar, click here.
Autism BrainNet is dedicated to advancing the highest quality research on autism through the generous post-mortem donation of brain tissue from families affected by the disorder. To learn more about the program – including information about registering your family – click here.