Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication and social behavior. Researchers at the McGovern Institute use a range of approaches to understand the biological and genetic basis of ASD.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Fan Wang
Fan Wang is uncovering the neural circuits that govern the interactions between the brain and body, including movement, pain, and addiction.
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Sleep disturbances are seen in more than half of US children diagnosed with autism.
SOURCE: Richdale et al.
