A controversial take on cell biology has gained momentum over the past decade: It’s the idea that one of the fundamental ways cells organize their contents is via tiny droplets that form like oil in water. These droplets, called biomolecular condensates, corral proteins and other molecules into smal…

“For while we have our eyes of the future, history has its eyes on us. This is the era of just redemption we feared at its inception.” Amanda Gorman Compiled by Keri Bowers The Art of Autism recognizes the vital historical contributions made by black Americans throughout history via the eyes and art…

By Megan Amodeo My oldest daughter is leaving soon to start her on campus college studies. The university allowed her to take online classes her first semester due to COVID-19. She spent her entire first semester here in our home where she was safe. Soon she will drive herself to her new dorm roo…

Some autism-linked genes, such as SHANK3 and SCN2A, may have different functions in mice and humans, according to a new study. The research identifies evolutionary changes in which genes are expressed together in the brain and raises new concerns about the limits of model organisms for studying neur…

To  enable deaf and hard of hearing customers to easily and effectively interact with employees, the Vermont DMV has launched the use a device called UbiDUO 3 at all its locations. The UbiDUO 3 has two keyboards facing each other and small screens that are meant for each person communicating. Wha…

Teens and adults with autism can often find socializing a bit difficult, sometimes due to communicating differently than... The post Study Finds That Educating Neurotypical People About Autism May Reduce Misconceptions and Encourage Social Inclusion appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: Th…

During the past year living in a pandemic, many people have turned to hobbies, new and old, to... The post Teen With Autism Falls in Love With Baking Brownies During the Pandemic appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

Hello, and welcome to this week’s community newsletter! I’m your host, Chelsey B. Coombs, Spectrum’s engagement editor. First I want to remind you again about our Spectrum reader survey. We want to know what you think about our site and how we can make it even better. Participants have a chance to w…

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Muffling expression of an autism-linked gene in young zebra finches’ brains renders them unable to learn songs from older birds, according to a new study. But it does not alter their ability to practice and perfect previously memorized melodies. The gene, FOXP1, belongs to a family of genes that reg…

These specific waffles are pretty much all 10-year-old Jerico has eaten for the last year. Now they're discontinued. The post Community Comes Together to Help Autistic Boy Who Will Only Eat Discontinued Waffle Brand appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

A new high-resolution imaging device tracks widespread brain activity in living mice, enabling researchers to map neural circuits across the entire brain. The tool could help scientists understand how these circuits are altered in autism. Researchers usually track activity throughout the brain by us…

When people with autism finish school and try to find work, it can be difficult. The rate of... The post IT Company with More Than 200 Employees on the Autism Spectrum Looks to Hire More appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

By Gretchen McIntire Last month I promised myself that I would focus on what it means to be a better version of myself. I want to be a better person, a better family member, and a better American.  This last month has tested me thoroughly. I haven’t slept well. I won’t touch politics here…