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Infant Brain Activity Predicts Language Development in Autism
Brain scans of sleeping babies and toddlers at risk of autism may guide earlier, personalized interventions and new medical treatments Brain scans of sleeping babies and toddlers at risk of autism may...
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Autism Study Fails to Show Benefit of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Six-month trial at Autism Speaks ATN in Toronto produced no improvements in symptoms or language among young children with autism Six-month trial at Autism Speaks ATN in Toronto produced no...
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Q&A with Autism Pioneer Simon Baron-Cohen
The world-renowned researcher discusses his ground-breaking theories and development of autism support services and educational products The world-renowned researcher discusses his ground-breaking...
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Can Early Control of Gestational Diabetes Reduce Autism Risk?
New study advances understanding of when and how diabetes in pregnancy contributes to autism; implications for prenatal care New study advances understanding of when and how diabetes in pregnancy...
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Study Links Autism to Epigenetic Changes in Dads’ Sperm
Findings suggest that fathers’ exposure to environmental hazards may alter gene activity in ways that predispose children to autism Findings suggest that fathers’ exposure to environmental hazards may...
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Study Counters Idea that Violent Games Spark Aggression in Those with Autism
No change in aggression seen after adults with autism play violent video game; response similar to that of adults without autism No change in aggression seen after adults with autism play violent...
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Many Doctors Have Delayed Autism Diagnosis by Ignoring Parent Concerns
New analysis of 2011 survey shows that many healthcare providers were dismissing parents’ early concerns about autism New analysis of 2011 survey shows that many healthcare providers were dismissing...
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Q&A with Autism Speaks’ New Head of Genomic Discovery
Geneticist Mathew Pletcher is a pioneering researcher and the parent of a child affected by a disabling condition in need of a cure Geneticist Mathew Pletcher is a pioneering researcher and the parent...
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Lancet Neurology Publishes Series on Advances in Autism Research
Leading autism researchers highlight progress in gene-targeted precision medicine and insights from brain imaging across the lifespan Leading autism researchers highlight progress in gene-targeted...
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Vikram Patel, Autism Speaks Global Partner, Makes TIME 100 List
TIME names Autism Speaks-funded researcher among 100 most influential people of 2015; delivering autism services to the underserved TIME names Autism Speaks-funded researcher among 100 most...
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Can Oxytocin Treat Autism?
Writing in Science, researchers explain why it’s too early to prescribe oxytocin to enhance social skills; see promise ahead Writing in Science, researchers explain why it’s too early to prescribe...
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Autism Speaks' Dan Smith Talks Autism Tech on Al Jazeera America
Our head of discovery neuroscience explains why Autism Speaks gives iPads to individuals and families affected by autism Our head of discovery neuroscience explains why Autism Speaks gives iPads to...
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Autism Study Identifies Clear Gene-Environment Interaction
Children with gene changes associated with autism tend to develop more severe symptoms when exposed to inflammation in the womb Children with gene changes associated with autism tend to develop more...
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Autism Speaks’ DELSIA Funds Clinical Trial of Therapeutic Video Game
Study will test whether electronic game-based therapy improves brain function and motor skills in children and adolescents with autism Study will test whether electronic game-based therapy improves...
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Autism ‘Tooth Fairy’ Studies Promise Insights into Environmental Risks
Autism Speaks Trailblazer study mines baby teeth to track exposure to potentially toxic chemicals during pregnancy and early infancy Autism Speaks Trailblazer study mines baby teeth to track exposure...
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Study Suggests Association between Autism and BPA Plasticizer
Researchers find that reduced ability to excrete bisphenol-A is more common among children with autism; another possible example of gene-environment interaction affecting autism risk Researchers find...
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2015 Autism Speaks Autism Investment Conference Kicks Off in Boston
Third annual conference showcases investment opportunities that promise to address outstanding needs in the autism community Third annual conference showcases investment opportunities that promise to...
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AIC2015: Transforming Autism Therapeutics One Game at a Time
Autism Investment Conference keynote speaker describes how combining science and entertainment promises to transform how we think of autism therapy Keynote speaker Eddie Martucci describes how...
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Autism Speaks 2015 Autism Investment Conference: Day 2 in Boston
Companies showcase investment opportunities in gaming platforms and employment/support services to meet needs of autism community Companies showcase investment opportunities in gaming platforms and...
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Autism App Developers Compete at Google-Autism Speaks Pitch Playground
First, second and “audience choice” winners share $50K in prize money to develop and deliver digital apps for the autism community First, second and “audience choice” winners share $50K in prize money...
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