Autism News and Research

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In-school occupational therapists can help understand the unique learning needs of autistic children

In an Australian first, South Australia has appointed a new Assistant Minister for Autism, tasked to increase autism supports in public primary schools. This could not have come at a more urgent time as new research from the University of South Australia shows that parents world-wide report a lack of awareness and understanding of the unique learning needs of autistic children across all levels of mainstream school.

26 Aug 2022

Study reveals clues what makes the human brain distinct from others

What makes the human brain distinct from that of all other animals - including even our closest primate relatives? In an analysis of cell types in the prefrontal cortex of four primate species, Yale researchers identified species-specific - particularly human-specific - features, they report Aug. 25 in the journal Science.

26 Aug 2022

Researchers aim to create an AI algorithm for early detection of autism in children

Could artificial intelligence be used to assist with the early detection of autism spectrum disorder? That's a question researchers at the University of Arkansas are trying to answer. But they're taking an unusual tack.

22 Aug 2022

Handheld monocular pupillometer offers promise for autism screening in young children

Measuring how the eyes' pupils change in response to light - known as the pupillary light reflex - could potentially be used to screen for autism in young children, according to a study conducted at Washington State University.

22 Aug 2022

Brain cells with the same birthdate show distinct connectivity and activity, study finds

Brain cells with the same "birthdate" are more likely to wire together into cooperative signaling circuits that carry out many functions, including the storage of memories, a new study finds.

22 Aug 2022

Autism diagnosis could be improved by considering differences in how men and women process emotions

A new study published by a team of psychologists suggests that the diagnosis of autism could be improved by considering the differences between how women and men experience and act upon their emotions.

22 Aug 2022

New study advances the understanding of genetic basis of autism

A new study of genes underlying neurodevelopmental differences has uncovered more than 70 that are very strongly associated with autism and more than 250 with strong links to the condition.

18 Aug 2022

UNC scientists map the surface of young brain's cortex with unprecedented resolution

Scientists at the UNC School of Medicine have mapped the surface of the cortex of the young human brain with unprecedented resolution, revealing the development of key functional regions from two months before birth to two years after.

18 Aug 2022

Scientists unravel the development of main immune cell population residing in the brain

New research published today by the University of Southampton shows new insight in how our brain develops, that can pave the way for treating neurological disorders.

16 Aug 2022

Researchers develop wearable technology to measure key brain mechanisms through the skin

Researchers at NYU Tandon have reached a key milestone in their quest to develop wearable technology that manages to measure key brain mechanisms through the skin.

9 Aug 2022

Overnight EEG studies may help inform care for girls with Rett syndrome

In Rett syndrome, a genetic condition affecting girls almost exclusively, mutations in the MECP2 gene cause a regression of language and motor skills starting at 12 to 18 months of age.

8 Aug 2022

Exposure to air pollutants released during wildfires has ill effects among children

New research linking air pollution data from federal monitors in the Sacramento area of California, including during significant fires, is showing ill effects of pollution exposure among children, a new University of California, Davis, study suggests.

4 Aug 2022

BBRF hosts a free webinar on manipulating memories to help treat brain illness

The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation is hosting a free webinar, "Manipulating Memories to Help Treat Brain Illness" on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 2:00 pm EDT.

3 Aug 2022

Study identifies pivotal role of FIBCD1 gene in neurodevelopmental disorders

A multidisciplinary study led by Vanja Nagy (LBI-RUD/CeMM/Medical University of Vienna) and Josef Penninger (UBC/IMBA) characterized a novel gene, known as FIBCD1, to be likely causative of a new and rare neurodevelopmental disorder.

2 Aug 2022

Researchers characterize a novel gene likely to cause neurological disorders in humans

A multidisciplinary study led by Vanja Nagy (LBI-RUD/CeMM/MedUni Vienna) and Josef Penninger (UBC/IMBA) characterized a novel gene, known as FIBCD1, to be likely causative of a new and rare neurodevelopmental disorder. Using data from two young patients with neurological symptoms, the researchers from both groups found evidence of a novel function for the FIBCD1 gene in the brain, and a potentially pivotal role in diseases such as autism, ADHD, schizophrenia, and neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's. The study makes an important contribution to the understanding of the extracellular matrix in the brain and its associated neurological diseases.

2 Aug 2022

Study challenges the perspective that autistic adults cannot read facial emotion expressions

There's a common perception that autistic individuals are poor at recognizing others' emotions and have little insight into how effectively they do so.

2 Aug 2022

Study evaluates the effectiveness of teleconsultation for preventing atopic dermatitis in infants

JMIR Publications recently published "Effectiveness of Pediatric Teleconsultation to Prevent Skin Conditions in Infants and Reduce Parenting Stress in Mothers: Randomized Controlled Trial" in JMIR Pediatrics and Parenting which reported that mothers of infants are prone to experiencing parenting stress, which adversely affects mothers' and children's well-being.

2 Aug 2022

Autism News and Research

Latest Autism News and Research

In-school occupational therapists can help understand the unique learning needs of autistic children

Study reveals clues what makes the human brain distinct from others

Researchers aim to create an AI algorithm for early detection of autism in children

Handheld monocular pupillometer offers promise for autism screening in young children

Brain cells with the same birthdate show distinct connectivity and activity, study finds

Autism diagnosis could be improved by considering differences in how men and women process emotions

New study advances the understanding of genetic basis of autism

UNC scientists map the surface of young brain's cortex with unprecedented resolution

Scientists unravel the development of main immune cell population residing in the brain

Researchers develop wearable technology to measure key brain mechanisms through the skin

Overnight EEG studies may help inform care for girls with Rett syndrome

Exposure to air pollutants released during wildfires has ill effects among children

BBRF hosts a free webinar on manipulating memories to help treat brain illness

Study identifies pivotal role of FIBCD1 gene in neurodevelopmental disorders

Researchers characterize a novel gene likely to cause neurological disorders in humans

Study challenges the perspective that autistic adults cannot read facial emotion expressions

Study evaluates the effectiveness of teleconsultation for preventing atopic dermatitis in infants

Ultra-precise method identifies age-related changes in gamma oscillations in children's auditory cortex

Study proposes new method to hasten learning and improve capabilities for people with autism

Fewer than half of autistic children receive intervention services before 36 months of age

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