Autism BrainNet’s Post

On behalf of Autism BrainNet, Happy #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth! May we all continue the celebration the rest of the month and beyond. De parte de Autism BrainNet, ¡Feliz #MesdelaHerenciaHispana! Continuemos la celebración el resto del mes y en el futuro.

We are honored to be part of the 19th Annual Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment Conference. Thanks to all the families and providers for stopping by our booth to learn more about our program. For more information, visit autismbrainnet.org or sign up for the newsletter at https://lnkd.in/dPFQYf5p. Alycia Halladay

Autism BrainNet's Scientific Director David G. Amaral, Ph.D., and Yssa DeWoody, Ph.D., Marie's mom, recently spoke with the Walk and Roll Live podcast about how Autism BrainNet works with families to explain the purpose of postmortem brain research, the process for donation, and why the precious gift of brain donation is highly valued by researchers. We invite you to listen to and share this podcast. And, please reach out to us if we can answer any questions about brain donation. Thank you Walk and Roll Live for hosting us! https://lnkd.in/e5SeSTPt #autism #braindonation #research #scientificresearch #neurologicresearch #autismresearch

The Autism Research Institute recently published an editorial highlighting the importance of postmortem research in gaining a better understanding of the causes of autism. Programs like Brain Donor Project and Autism BrainNet play a crucial role in advancing autism research through the gift of brain donation. Read the editorial here: https://lnkd.in/e8cttYWu

Autism: Study Sheds Light on Genetic Variants and Neurodevelopment Mechanisms. Read the MedicalResearch.com interview with Dr. Caroline Dias and Dr. Christopher Walsh.

While pre-registration is not required to become a brain donor with Autism BrainNet, long-term planning can help ensure a donor’s decision is respected. Learn more about our resources to help you plan and communicate your intent to become a brain donor: https://lnkd.in/eSSQAQG6

Research update! Findings from a recent study suggest specific cells and neurons may be affected in individuals with #autism, shedding light on potential underlying mechanisms. Learn more about this study: https://lnkd.in/e5ZU-uD3

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We're at The International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners Annual Training Symposium raising awareness about #braindonation to further #autism #research. If you're in attendance, visit the Autism BrainNet booth to learn more. https://lnkd.in/ejzVwJKY

We are honored to be part of this year's Phelan McDermid Syndrome Foundation Family Conference. Thanks to all the families, partners, and researchers who support and help further research. To learn more, visit autismbrainnet.org or sign up for the newsletter at https://lnkd.in/dPFQYf5p.