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NDD Lab at the Columbia Autism Speaks Walk
We were so excited to participate in the inaugural Columbia Autism Speaks Walk on November 10! We were joined by several other labs at USC that are currently recruiting participants for autism research. You can learn more about research opportunities related to autism here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/SCAutismResearch
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New Neuroscience Club at UofSC
There’s a new club for UofSC students who are interested in neuroscience! The Neuroscience Club was founded to foster a shared passion for learning about the brain. Open to every student regardless of their major, their purpose is to increase engagement and education of neuroscience by exposing students to the neuroscience research being conducted on campus.
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UofSC Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders Center of Excellence
Dr. Jane Roberts and Dr. Jeff Twiss were recently awarded funding to develop a center of excellence for autism and neurodevelopmental disorders research at the University of South Carolina (UofSC). This initiative aims to build a multi-disciplinary, collaborative center for basic, clinical, and intervention research and education in autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. This exciting collaborative
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Do you have a daughter with autism?
Carla Wall, a doctoral student in the NDD Lab, is currently recruiting young girls with autism to participate in a limited study. She is recruiting participants who meet the following criteria: Girls (approx. 4-5 years old) with autism and a developmental delay Families must live in Columbia, SC or be willing to drive to the
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Mom Shares Fragile X Story to Encourage Researchers
The first sign of trouble was when Robin Blackwood’s baby boy didn’t want to play peek-a-boo or pattycake, even after his first birthday. “He wasn’t really communicating or trying to imitate. That’s when we started realizing something was up and wanted to try to get some answers.” She’s telling Sam’s story to an audience of
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Fragile X Day is July 22!
Don’t forget! July is Fragile X Awareness Month, and July 22 is National Fragile X Awareness Day. Follow us on Facebook for special updates throughout the month!
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