Trojan helps musicians with autism showcase their talents
Ifunanya Nweke launched Jazz Hands for Autism, which has provided music training, vocational development and job placement for more than 150 musicians with autism.
3% of kids have elevated sensory issues that seem to worsen through early childhood
The USC-led study demonstrates the strong association between children’s early sensory trajectories and later sensory challenges impacting their development.
Study pinpoints 3 brain regions displaying telltale patterns in autistic individuals
USC scientists are the first to identify patterns of white matter connectivity exclusive to core autistic symptoms, pointing out a potential flaw in previous autism neuroscience research.
Study identifies social, motor skills patterns unique to autistic children
Research shows that Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Coordination Disorder have their own distinct patterns of social and motor skills.
Analysis of more than 82,000 autistic children’s health care usage data finds disparities
A USC analysis of data collected from more than 82,000 autistic children across seven years reveals significant differences in their health care utilization according to sex, race and ethnicity.
Autism correlated with changing sensory preferences during early childhood, study finds
A study by researchers at USC and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill suggests sensory issues in early infancy may be the first signs of a later autism diagnosis.
How AI could help screen for autism in children
A computer adaptive test, powered by machine learning, helps clinical practitioners decide what questions to ask next in real-time based on caregivers’ previous responses.
How a student project led to autism training at USC’s Department of Public Safety
Master’s students Monica Caris and Riley McGuire just wanted to educate people about autism, but already their capstone project has become part of yearly officer training.
Giving people with autism a voice in future research
A USC-coordinated project will build formal alliances that accentuate the perspectives of autistic people, their family members and caregivers, service providers and researchers.
Children with autism have less activity in brain region that processes movement
A team of USC and UCLA researchers is the first to pinpoint reduced frontal lobe activity, helping explain some social characteristics unique to autism.
Is there a link between gut bacteria and autism? A first-of-its-kind study investigates
Backed by a Department of Defense grant, USC and UCLA researchers will explore gastrointestinal bacteria’s potential role in children with autism spectrum disorder.
Scientists discover 8 autism-related mutations in a gene, suggesting potential root of disorders
The gene mutations disrupt connections between brain cells.
New map may lead to drug development for complex brain disorders
A study of protein interactions could be the first step to finding treatments that focus on problematic pathways, USC researcher says.
How to ease anxiety for adults with autism during a doctor’s visit
Newly funded study aims to improve challenging primary health care encounters.
USC Viterbi film about autism to screen at international film festival
When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth is based on research from USC Professor Maja Matarić and the school’s Interaction Lab.
Empathy, tech combine to improve autism awareness and research
April marks National Autism Awareness Month, and USC experts weigh in with the latest developments in research, treatment and more.
A clear-cut approach to autism screening and diagnosis
New algorithms improve efficiency and identify more specific behavioral targets for intervention.
New brain map could lead to novel therapies for autism and Huntington’s disease
Brain connectivity atlas assists in the understanding of mental and neural disorders.
Students with autism explore their musical talents
Jazz Hands for Autism, a nonprofit run by USC Price alumna, allows musicians to express themselves.
Flu-like symptoms in pregnant women could affect baby
Mouse study shows importance of just the right amount of serotonin for fetal brain development.
Neuroimaging helps reveal brain-body links in autism research
Researcher uses state-of-the-art techniques to assess the brain’s ability to turn sensory information into a motor response.
Neurodiversity and the University
Students, alumni and faculty on the autism spectrum show they have a place in the university.
Autism website fills void for Mandarin speakers
The site features informative shorts now shown with subtitles for millions living with the disorder in China.
Can researchers enhance the dental experience for children with autism?
Record-setting grant will help USC division study sensory stimuli that lessen a child’s anxiety during oral care.