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Adults with Autism Suffer High Rates of Most Major Disorders
Large new study extends findings of earlier research on high rates of medical and psychiatric conditions among children with autism Large new study extends findings of earlier research on high rates...
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IGF-1 for Autism Associated with Phelan-McDermid Syndrome
Insulin-like growth factor improves symptoms in small study; suggests promising direction, but not itself appropriate for long-term use Insulin-like growth factor improves symptoms in small study;...
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VIDEO: IMFAR 2014 Opening Press Conference
Top autism researchers discuss the latest findings on diagnosis, causes and treatments for autism spectrum disorder.May 14, 2014 (Atlanta) -- Scientists discussed some of the latest developments in...
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Study Suggests Repetitive Behaviors Emerge Early in Autism
Researchers say greater focus on repetitive behaviors may help identify babies and toddlers who will benefit from early intervention Researchers say greater focus on repetitive behaviors may help...
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Can EEG Identify Which High Risk Baby Sibs Need Intervention?
Study of infant brain activity in families affected by autism finds signs of “miswiring” that may help identify babies at highest risk Study of infant brain activity in families affected by autism...
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Brain Scans of Children with Autism Show Difficulty with Dueling Sensory Input
Brain imaging may illustrate why individuals with autism often overwhelmed by information coming in from different "directions"May 15, 2014Using noninvasive brain scans, UCLA researchers showed how the...
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Can Translational Neuroscience Deliver Effective Treatments for Autism?
IMFAR keynote speaker identifies barriers to delivering better treatments and how international collaboration can break the logjam IMFAR keynote speaker identifies barriers to delivering better...
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Autism BrainNet Launches ‘It Takes Brains’ Donor Registration Website
Autism Speaks, Simons Foundation and Autism Science Foundation collaborate to increase brain tissue available for research Autism Speaks, Simons Foundation and Autism Science Foundation collaborate to...
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At IMFAR: Rob Ring Updates Scientists & Stakeholders on Autism Speaks Science
Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer opens Day 2 at the International Meeting for Autism Research Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer opens Day 2 at the International Meeting for Autism ResearchMay 16,...
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John Elder Robison Urges Autism Self Advocates to Embrace Brain Research
In remarks at IMFAR Stakeholder Luncheon, renowned autism self-advocate urges autism community to support brain-tissue research In remarks at IMFAR Stakeholder Luncheon, the renowned autism...
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Supporting Adolescents and Adults with Autism: Critical Life Transitions
Autism Speaks-funded researcher Marsha Mailick delivers IMFAR keynote talk on factors that promote independence and quality of life Autism Speaks-funded researcher Marsha Mailick delivers IMFAR...
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Autism Researchers without Borders
Autism Speaks and the International Society for Autism Research issue call for researchers to join global outreach efforts Autism Speaks and the International Society for Autism Research issue call...
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New Meta-analysis Confirms: No Association between Vaccines and Autism
Analysis of 10 studies involving more than 1.2 million children reaffirms that vaccines don’t cause autism; MMR shot may actually decrease risk Analysis of 10 studies with over 1.2 million children...
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Autism Study: More Evidence Linking Altered Gut Bacteria to ASD
Researchers say that gut bacteria more abundant in some individuals with autism produce waste products that may affect brain activity Researchers say that gut bacteria more abundant in some...
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Autism Speaks Hosts the 2nd Annual Meeting of its Global Advocacy Leadership...
International dignitaries and stakeholders unite to discuss autism in New York International dignitaries and stakeholders unite to discuss autism in New YorkMay 22, 2014This morning, Autism Speaks...
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World Health Assembly Adopts Resolution on Autism
Governing body of World Health Organization makes autism a global health priority, with commitments by all member nations Governing body of World Health Organization makes autism a global health...
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Study Provides ‘Formula’ for Predicting Effects of Autism-linked Genes
Research co-funded by Autism Speaks promises to improve early identification of autism and identify biological targets for treatment Research co-funded by Autism Speaks promises to improve early...
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Why Autism Risk Rises with Mom’s Age: Study May Shed Light
Autism Speaks fellow studied children of older mothers; found evidence of environmental influences that may affect brain development Autism Speaks fellow studied children of older mothers; found...
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Lifetime Costs of Autism Average $1.4 Million to $2.4 Million
Landmark study, funded by Autism Speaks, provides crucial information for public policy and service planning across the lifespan Landmark study, funded by Autism Speaks, provides crucial information...
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Autism Speaks & Google Harness ‘Cloud’ for Genomic Breakthroughs
Autism Speaks 10,000 Genomes Program will use Google Cloud to accelerate advances in autism diagnosis, subtyping and treatment Autism Speaks 10,000 Genomes Program will use Google Cloud to accelerate...
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