ASF

Committed to funding & supporting research that will enhance the lives of children & adults with autism. Help us: ASF Day Of Learning: 03/30/23.

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

On the #ASFPodcast, we speak with @EmilyHotezPhD — a clinical psychologist, researcher at @UCLA, & sibling to an autistic adult — whose work focuses on reducing stigma to improve research participation & expand scientifically valid options for families. https://t.co/HH2cvP7cCU

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

#ICYMI: On August 14th @TheCatatoniaFoundation and @UWLend shared powerful insights on supporting families affected by #catatonia and how to advocate for loved ones.

https://t.co/lysDXw1bc4

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

🚴‍♀️ Toronto’s financial community is coming together on September 27 for a cause that matters — and the @CSE - Canadian Securities Exchange is helping to lead the charge.
Sign up to ride: https://t.co/LJhueMXpzY
Back the CSE team with a pledge: https://t.co/RLqtj4tsgQ

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

Autism is on the rise: what’s really behind the increase? https://t.co/cIsgwkryF1

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

On this week’s #ASFpodcast, we speak with the researchers behind the new @JAMANetwork study. Join us for an engaging discussion about why #autism may be missed in #girls. https://t.co/AUFOrDGALL

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

@UMN_MIDB @UMNews So well deserved! Congratulations!

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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.

[Sergiu P. Pasca @Sergiu_P_Pasca]

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 features of genetic pain syndromes. More details to follow.

Work pioneered in the lab by the brilliant Ji-il Kim and Kent Imaizumi, and in close collaboration with @GregScherrer25!

Link below 👇

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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 : https://t.co/4RS0G7G6bJ.

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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: https://t.co/EmlGOWbahn

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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: https://t.co/OitavX3bPO

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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. https://t.co/bvASNrkzVv

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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: https://t.co/vFpOOQsGJY

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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
https://t.co/VuKKLpz6au

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

#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. https://t.co/Rm8KWQvQic

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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: https://t.co/dcB1WQwQpb

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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. https://t.co/vFpOOQtezw

[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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: https://t.co/BjDIP4dRrS

[Andrea C. Love, PhD @dr_andrealove]

The recent “vaccination & autism study” does NOT show that vaccines cause autism.

In fact, it doesn’t show anything. It’s a “study” funded by an anti-vaccine activist group.

This an attempt to undermine MILLIONS of data points across decades from countries globally.

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[ASF @AutismScienceFd]

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. https://t.co/zatOseJ67a