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Research by Topic: registry
AGENDA’s First Initiative is a Unified Registry of Family Data
Published October 17, 2018Today, ASF announced that it will be leading the newly-launched Alliance for Genetic Etiologies of Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Autism (AGENDA). This alliance is a partnership of research and advocacy organizations focused on improving outcomes of individuals with all forms of autism by fostering a genetics-first approach to autism science. AGENDA will also work to strengthen […]
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SFARI Launches SPARK, Nation’s Largest Research Initiative for Parents, Children and Adults with Autism
Published April 21, 2016SPARK (Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research for Knowledge) is a national autism research initiative that will connect individuals with a professional diagnosis of autism and their biological family members to research opportunities to advance the understanding of autism. The project is now open to all families. To read more, and to participate, go to www.sparkforautism.org.
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