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Project

4.2 - Research on Autism

Center:

CA-UC Davis at the MIND Institute, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2027

Contact Information:

Aubyn Stahmer
[email protected]
916-703-0254

Project Description:

Conduct research on etiology, support and implementation of services for people on the autism spectrum. Example activities/programs: a. Examine methods to increased access to quality diagnostic and intervention services for autistic children and their families b. Develop services for people with autism adolescence to young adulthood, including transition and career readiness c. Study how to improve elementary and secondary education for autistic students d. Understand environmental and biological factors associated with increased autism likelihood

Keyword(s):

Mental/Behavioral Health – Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Mulit-County, State, Regional

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

1100 Wayne Avenue, Suite 1000 Silver Spring, MD 20910

Mailing address:
PO Box 8787
Silver Spring, MD 20907-8787