Tackling a sensitive but incredibly important topic, this research will look to inform us about possible reasonable adjustments that could be made in order that lawyers, judges and the court system conduct fair trials when autistic individuals are involved. Read more
During April's Autism Awareness Month, we shared some of our latest research to encourage discussion as well as acceptance of autism. Read more
ART awarded funding for a partnership between The Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI) at McGill University and the University of Cambridge. They have partnered to establish collaborative research and training opportunities in neuroscience. The goal of these projects is to foster scientific excellence through collaboration. Read more
Ryan McDonnell enjoyed a night of 'Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra', plus a 'Meet and Greet' with the music star... Read more
The team hosted a reception at Berry Brothers on 11th November to share plans for the Life Skills and Autism-at-Work programme at ACE. Read more
The Autism Centre of Excellence at Cambridge will build on excellent autism research and help revolutionise services for autistic people in the UK. Read more
Together, we'll help transform the career prospects of autistic people through the Life Skills and Autism at Work programme. Read more
Melanie Salsbury, along with friends, family and local pub, has fundraised nearly £3,000 for ART, inspired by her autistic nephew. Read more
Find out how your support can help us revolutionise support for autistic people, through research. Read more
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To add to our insights into the aetiology of autism, as well as providing potential avenues for earlier diagnosis and better treatments in cases of severe disability and comorbid conditions, researchers will use amniotic fluid samples from the Danish Biobank to study additional prenatal hormones and steroid metabolites in the foetal circulation, and investigate the concentrations of prenatal androgens. Read more
In this research, using data from the Swedish population registry, researchers will investigate if mothers of autistic children are more likely to work in STEM professions compared to other professions. Read more
This study will conduct the largest ever assessment of cardiovascular health in autism. Researchers will use the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) to access the GP records of thousands of individuals in the UK to compare the prevalence rates of cardiovascular conditions, as well as established risk factors, between autistic people, their mothers and controls. Read more
This study aims to examine the value of autism-friendly employment in tackling mental health challenges in autistic adults. Analysis of data on employment experiences will help identify effective reasonable adjustments that can be implemented in other workplace organisations. Read more
ART was the chosen charity for the Ursuline Prep's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in June, raising over £2,000! Read more
Joe Woodruff completed the course in under 6 hours, raising nearly £1,000! Read more
This study will translate the findings from the two previous vulnerability studies (Vulnerability in Mental Health and Vulnerability in schools: The National Pupil Database Study) into practice by writing policy guidelines for the UK Government’s relevant departments. Read more
Amba completed the London Marathon 2019, raising nearly £5,000 for autism research. Read more
ART supporter Amba Rickards rose whole-heartedly to the challenge of the London Marathon - and had an amazing day! Read more
This event took place on Friday 22nd March, featuring Professor Simon Baron-Cohen among the distinguished speakers presenting on the progressive topic of autism genetics. Find out more... Read more
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We fund research to understand the causes of autism, improve diagnosis and explore interventions to ensure that autistic people receive the best possible support. Read more
ART trustee, Dr Lewis Owens, launches two wonderful children's books in time for Christmas. Following the adventures of Archie, an autistic 11-year old boy, these heart-warming stories are fun and thought-provoking reads for children of all ages. Proceeds of the books are kindly being donated to ART. Read more
Several psychological theories have attempted to explain why autistic individuals are predisposed to talent, but few studies have used neuroimaging to investigate common brain features that may underlie the exceptional cognitive capabilities characteristic of people with savant skills. This pilot study represents the first step in disentangling what the neuroanatomical and functional similarities and differences are. Read more