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
From cakes to concerts, fundraise with us to create a future where autistic people feel understood.Read more
This project looks to fill the gaps in our knowledge about the role of the Neurexin 1 gene in autism using induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology.Read more
Without you, there wouldn't be an Autism Research Trust. Together we can fund the cutting edge research that is needed to better support people with autism.Read more
The first of its kind here in the UK, the Autism Centre of Excellence (ACE) will be a unique and very special collaboration between autistic people and their families, the work of world-class researchers and excellent clinical services.Read more
This project will test if specific sex steroid hormones are associated with autistic spectrum conditions, which will help our understanding of the causes of autism and may lead to ways to earlier diagnose autism in children.Read more
We're looking to develop a antenatal test for autism that would enable early detection, early monitoring and early intervention.Read more
Ran the Red Car Half MarathonRead more
Rob cycled the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100Read more
Ran the Thames Path ChallengeRead more
Ran the South Coast Challenge 2016Read more
Ran the Virgin Money London Marathon 2016Read more
We are excited to fund the development of an online course to help parents and carers help autistic children to learn to speak.Read more
This study will look at effects of hormones on autism-associated genes, and enable the discovery of novel genes that might play a greater role to contribute to the phenotype of the condition.Read more
This project comprises of three smaller studies looking at the levels of hormones alongside cognitive testing, physical measurements and scans, to understand what causes variation in autistic traits in the general population and why autism is more common in boys.Read more
ART is delighted for runner Gwilym Renouf, as he completes this iconic event for the first time!Read more
Both Liam and his grandfather are autistic. Together they want to fundraise to improve the lives of autistic people of all ages.Read more
By his father, RobertRead more
By his father, AndrewRead more
The research aims to get a broad but detailed representation of types of vulnerability experienced by autistic children and adults, and documate those that may be risk factors for developing anxiety and depression.Read more
Some of the most recognisable public faces of the Autism Research Trust, using e their influence and dedication to explain why our organisation is so important in understanding autism and improving the quality of life for autistic people and their families.Read more
This project is developing an understanding of how autistic people process unpredictability and will have benefits in both clinical and educational settings.Read more
The use of oxytocin as an aid to help autistic people in social situations is not fully tested. This study will inform any decision as to whether it should be made widely available to autistic adults.Read more
Introducing the Autism Centre of Excellence at Pushkin House December 2017Read more