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Project

Autism Genetics Network, Phase II: Increasing Representation of Human Diversity

Center:

NY-Rose F. Kennedy Center, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2017

Contact Information:

Karen Bonuck
[email protected]
718-430-4085

Project Description:

As part of the LA-ACE network we are one of six research sites collaborating in a systematic, comprehensive investigation of ASD genetics in order to identify rare mutations, chromosomal abnormalities, and common variation contributing to ASD susceptibility in the African-Americans population. For this we are recruiting, phenotyping, and genotyping 200 self-identified AA with ASD.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Single-County, National

Funding Source: