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…

Fran Díaz, the founder of Autofabricantes, has embarked on a mission to transform the prosthetics industry, with a particular focus on improving the lives of children who require prosthetic devices. He recognized a glaring issue in the industry before starting his venture: prosthetic devices were of…

After 10 years of work, Neurona may have the data to quiet its skeptics. But its ongoing clinical trial will be the ultimate test. SourceSource: Spectrum News

Going forward, the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology plans to gather at “non-discriminatory sites,” following the passage of Florida laws targeting LGBTQ+ people and reproductive rights. SourceSource: Spectrum News

By Piper Hughes Whatever is your special interest, if it makes you feel safe, if it brings you joy and comfort, and if it is not harming you or others, please wear it with pride. I was once best friends with Madonna. Well, no, not really. Please don’t call her to verify my claim. That would be a tad…

Reposted with permission from BlueSprig Helping your child transition to a school sleep schedule can be a rewarding and empowering experience for parents of children on the autism spectrum. While it may initially seem challenging to adjust to the structured routine of the school year, especially …

The mutations disrupt protein translation as well as the cell’s skeleton, according to a new study. SourceSource: Spectrum News

The approach, which combines CRISPR with single-cell analyses of organoids, suggests that intermediate progenitor cells are especially vulnerable to mutations associated with autism. SourceSource: Spectrum News

At the opening night of the 2023 Elevate Festival, TD Bank Group made a significant announcement, unveiling the TD Accessibility Adapter, a free accessibility Chrome plug-in. Available to users in both Canada and the United States, this innovative tool empowers individuals to personalize their onlin…

The leader of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute talks about what drew him into the autism field, and his departure from — and return to — the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. SourceSource: Spectrum News

Here is a roundup of news and research spotted around the web for the week of 25 September. SourceSource: Spectrum News

Increasing or reducing the levels of the UBE3A gene, which is associated with autism and autism-related syndromes, results in altered patterns of synaptic pruning — a process that snips away brain cell connections. SourceSource: Spectrum News