Our events

Our talks, challenges and networking events are aimed to reach out to new audiences, either to create autism awareness, to raise funds, or to share the work of Professor Baron-Cohen and his team of researchers at the Autism Research Centre. Find out what's happening and get involved!

Melanie's Team Efforts!

Melanie Salsbury, along with her friends, family and local pub, has successfully fundraised nearly £3,000 for ART, inspired by her 21 year old autistic nephew. Read more

Ursuline Prep Diamond Charity Ball

ART was the chosen charity for the Ursuline Prep's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in June, raising over £2,000! Read more

Congratulations to our Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 cyclist!

Joe Woodruff completed the course in under 6 hours, raising nearly £1,000! Read more

Amba Rickards completes London Marathon 2019

ART supporter Amba Rickards rose whole-heartedly to the challenge of the London Marathon - and had an amazing day! Read more

Autism Awareness Month 2019

We reached out to schools with discussion worksheets and 'inclusive' fundraiser ideas to celebrate diversity. We can all help one another with simple acts of kindness. Read more

Cambridge Autism Genetics Symposium

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

Liam and Grandad

Liam and David completed the Coast to Coast challenge in June 2018, raising over £1,700. Read more

Prudential RideLondon

Find out more about this iconic annual 100-mile cycling event. ART has two places for 2020 so sign up now! Read more

Book Launch for ACE

Broadcaster and journalist, Anne Atkins, launches her novel 'An Elegant Solution', the protagonist of which is autistic, with a percentage of proceeds to ACE. Read more

Autism: The Real Impact

Panel discussion and fundraising event for the Autism Centre of Excellence
May 2018 Read more

Gwilym runs the London Marathon 2018

ART is delighted for runner Gwilym Renouf, as he completes this iconic event for the first time! Read more

Introducing the Autism Centre of Excellence

Introducing the Autism Centre of Excellence at Pushkin House
December 2017 Read more

Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Inspiring panel discussion hosted by C. Hoare & Co.
April 2017 Read more

Life, Animated

Partnering the UK premiere of powerful autism documentary
December 2016 Read more

Asperger Syndrome in the Workplace: a different perspective

Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright hosted an inspiring panel discussion
June 2016 Read more

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ACE Video

Please click below to learn more about the Cambridge Autism Centre of Excellence (ACE), and do get in touch if you would like to learn more or get involved.
Autism at Work

The Autism Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Cambridge will empower businesses to employ autistic people confidently and effectively.
Welcome to our 5 new trustees

The Autism Research Trust are proud to welcome five new trustees to the team. They all might have different backgrounds, but all have a keen interest in improving the lives of autistic people.
Understanding the spectrum, by looking at genetics

Thanks to your support, our researchers are diving into the criteria used to diagnose autistic people, to see whether there is a genetic correlation too.

Most read

Are autistic people being misdiagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder?

A new study has shown that there is an overlap in the behaviour traits of people diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder and Autism. Could this mean people are receiving the wrong diagnosis?
What is autism?

Autism is a lifelong developmental disability, that can affects people's ability to communicate and build relationships.
The Autism Research Trust

We fund research to understand the causes of autism, improve diagnosis and explore interventions to ensure that autistic people receive the best possible support.
Our Priorities

Our goal is to support research that can help understand the causes of autism, improve the diagnosis and explore interventions to ensure that autistic people receive the best possible support.
Vulnerabilty and Mental Health

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.
Rover's story

By his father, Robert
The Autism Research Centre

At the cutting edge of autism research, the Centre is based in Cambridge and led by Professor Simon Baron-Cohen.
What is the ACE?

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.
Meet the team
Bricks for Autism: LEGO-based therapy for children

Bricks for Autism is a social venture that aims at supporting children with communication and learning disabilities through a therapy of building LEGO models. And whilst helping children with autism develop key skills, it also helps funding vital research.