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UNC Autism Research Center THE UNIVERSITY of NORTH CAROLINA at CHAPEL HILL Search form Search Give Now Home About the Center Our Team Advisory Board Executive Committee UNC ASD Researchers News Research Research Resources Advocacy Autism - Definition and Signs Early Intervention Local Resources Get Involved Donate Invest Participate UNC AUTISM RESEARCH CENTER A new model for developing personalized interventions that improve the lives of children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our Vision What if we could use genetics to diagnose autism at a very early age? The genetics revolution has made sequencing affordable, empowering large-scale clinical and research initiatives around the genetics of autism. Using genetics and phenotypic biomarkers to diagnose autism at a very early age will offer opportunities to dramatically impact the trajectory of children’s lives What if we could develop personalized treatment for each individual with autism? By bringing together the knowledge gained from genetics research and updated treatment approaches, we’ll be able to design more effective interventions that target the specific challenges each person’s autism creates in his/her life. What if we could scale the treatments we develop so that those who typically can’t access them will be able to? If more people with autism could access the services they need, imagine the widespread impact on treatment outcomes. The quality of life for these members of our community would be significantly improved, creating a ripple effect to caregivers, employers, and other important people in the lives of individuals with autism. Core Strengths 4th in the U.S. in funding for autism research 5 Schools conducting autism spectrum disorder research 32 University departments with awards for research on autism 96 Principal investigators with awards for autism related research Get Involved All it takes is one person to make a difference. Participate Educate. Advocate. Support. Empower. Learn MoreDonate Our work touches the lives of people living with autism. So do you. Learn MoreInvest Fulfilling our vision will take an investment worthy of our ambition. Learn MoreLatest News On The Frontlines of Autism Research: North Carolina Professors Study Early Detection, Treatment 2019 Marks UNC’s Third Year Participating in Largest Genetic Autism Research Study From UNC Health Care and UNC School of Medicine Newsroom (April 15, 2019) Gabriel Dichter, PhD, director of research at the Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, said one of the main... Read More... Investigating Molecular Processes in Autism and Other Brain Disorders Mark Zylka, Ph.D. March 26, 2019 (From https://www.niehs.nih.gov/research/supported/success/2019/zylka/index.cfm) Mark Zylka, Ph.D., professor of cell biology and physiology at the University of... Read More... MORE NEWSContact Allison P. Zoller Program Manager 919-962-3587 allison.zoller@unc.edu Get Involved Participate Donate Invest Resources Advocacy Autism - Definition and Signs Early Intervention Local Resources Follow...