“I want to be there for other autistic people the way my mom was there for me, with the additional level of having actually experienced autism firsthand. It is so empowering to have someone genuinely care about you and understand you.” Brielle Williams By Ron Sandison I was excited to interview Brie…

Here is a roundup of news and research spotted around the web for the week of 9 October. SourceSource: Spectrum News

The collection offers a glimpse into differences in cell composition — across people and brain regions — that may shape neural function. SourceSource: Spectrum News

y Daniel Antonsson When it comes to finding a job, we are all different no matter if we have some kind of diagnosis or not. Some search their whole life without finding what is right for them whilst others know what path to walk at a very young age. I don’t say that one way is better than the …

Reposted with permission from Action Behavior Centers Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, most commonly known as ABA therapy, has grown to become the leading therapy for children with autism. Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) primarily work with children on the autism spectrum and their fa…

Alterations in inhibitory circuits and difficulties in social recognition characterize mice missing one copy of DYRK1A, a gene linked to autism. SourceSource: Spectrum News

A combination of automation and social curation can help keep early-career researchers from drowning in the sea of scientific publications. SourceSource: Spectrum News

New quality benchmarks for basic research involving stem cells promise to improve rigor and reproducibility, says Mosher, who helped develop the standards. SourceSource: Spectrum News

More than one-third of a cohort of autistic toddlers no longer meet criteria for the condition at school age, according to a new study, but the findings may not generalize because the cohort is predominantly white and affluent. SourceSource: Spectrum News

Get ready to challenge your knowledge and test your wits with this exciting crossword puzzle, featuring a fusion of trivia questions and crossword clues! Dive into the intriguing world of accessibility, assistive technology, universal design, and smart cities as you explore this brain-teasing advent…

National Industries for the Blind will hold its national conference at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City (2799 Richmond Hwy., Arlington, Va. 22202) on October 9-12 (view the full agenda here) in partnership with the National Association for the Employment of People Who Are Blind. The annual Traini…

Accessible housing is in demand in various markets around the world, driven by factors such as an aging population, increased awareness of accessibility rights, and a growing emphasis on inclusive design. As people age or experience changes in mobility, having an accessible home becomes crucial to m…

Here is a roundup of news and research spotted around the web for the week of 2 October. SourceSource: Spectrum News

By Nils Skudra As a passionate fan of European history, I have a strong fascination with Napoleon Bonaparte, the brilliant and charismatic general who became dictator and then emperor of France in the period following the French Revolution. One of the most enigmatic figures in world history, Napole…