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Committed to funding & supporting research that will enhance the lives of children & adults with autism. Help us: https://t.co/LJWYStxnvm. ASF Day Of Learning: 03/30/23.
Joined April 2009
Remarkable new research findings from @Sergiu_P_Pasca which creates a model of the spinothalamic pathway, opening up opportunities to treat not just pain, but sensory issues in those with #autism. This approach is critical to autism research and has enormous potential.
Today in @Nature, we report human sensory #assembloids—the most complex 3D assembloids to date—comprising four integrated parts to recapitulate aspects of the spinothalamic pathway that processes pain stimuli. We use this model to investigate cellular/early circuit level
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This week on the #ASFPodcast, Drs. @Joshua_RSmith & Zachary Williams @quantpsychiatry from @VanderbiltU dive into catatonia, an often overlooked condition affecting 10% of those with #autism. Tune in :
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ASF Chief Science Officer @AHalladay212 recently joined the Autism Weekly Podcast to discuss key topics, including research advancements from the past year, resources for families, profound autism, and more! Tune in:
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Congratulations to the recipients of ASF’s 2025 Profound Autism Pilot Grants & Predoctoral Fellowships. Six new grants and fellowships will support critical research aimed at improving the lives of individuals with profound #autism. More here:
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Today is #RareDiseaseDay. Around 15% of #autism cases are linked to rare genetic disorders. ASF leads the Alliance for the Genetic Etiologies of Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Autism (AGENDA), bringing together over 40 groups to collaborate on solutions.
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Aspiring undergraduate #autism researchers – don’t miss your chance to apply for the 2025 Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship! This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience in autism research across various disciplines. Apply here:
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ASF is driven by a singular mission: ensuring science leads the way in improving the lives of people with #autism. Our commitment remains stronger than ever. Read an important message from our President @alisonsinger .
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#Autism is shaped not just by individual factors like #genetics but also by contextual influences—family, school, work, & more. A new #openaccess study organized by ASF CSO @AHalladay212 highlights why understanding these factors is key to better outcomes.
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ASF CSO @AHalladay212 will be speaking at the @broadinstitute Equity in Biomedicine Seminar Series on Feb. 14. This session will bring together scientists and self-advocates to discuss the need for diversity in #autism genetics research. Register here:
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Calling all aspiring #autism researchers: The ASF is now accepting applications for our 2025 Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship. This is an incredible opportunity for students to gain experience in basic & clinical autism research. Apply by 3/2.
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The science is clear: Vaccines do not cause #autism. ASF’s @alisonsinger tells @NBCNews why funding for research must focus on the underlying biological causes of autism and new treatments that improve lives. Let’s move forward with #facts. More here:
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RT @dr_andrealove: The recent “vaccination & autism study” does NOT show that vaccines cause autism. In fact, it doesn’t show anything. It….
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How can autism researchers utilize newborn genetic screening to improve quality of care for those with an #autism diagnosis? Wendy Chung, MD, PhD will discuss the #GuardianStudy on March 4th at 1PM eastern.
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Thank you to @PrincetonWBB and Paul Morris for helping to organize Autism Awareness Day at Princeton University on Saturday. ASF hosted a special sensory friendly area for fans needing a sensory break outside the basketball auditorium.
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Newborn genetic screening explained by Dr. Wendy Chung, Chief of Pediatrics @BostonChildrens on February 4th at 1PM eastern. Register here:
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What were the scientific highlights of 2024 for the autism community? Listen to the year end summary of the #ASFpodcast here:
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Last night Congress passed a new version of the Autism CARES Act, the law governing most of our national response to autism and its huge human and economic burdens. It specifically includes the needs of those with #profoundautism.
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