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May 13, 2026
Nutritional Neurobiology of Autism: Revisiting the Zinc Hypothesis
Andreas Grabrucker, PhD
Recent data support a model in which altered zinc biology may act as a modifiable risk factor within a gene–environment…
March 11, 2026
Understanding Autism through the Lens of Sensorimotor Features and Early-Developing Brain Regions
Brittany G. Travers, PhD
Sensorimotor differences are commonly reported in autistic individuals. However, the daily-life impact and neurobiological basis of motor differences are not…
May 28, 2025
The autism-associated 16p11.2 microdeletion variant impacts the effects of microbiota disturbances on hippocampal development and behavior throughout the lifespan
Manuel DiCicco-Bloom, M.D., a recent 2023 and 2025 ARI Grant Recipient, presents research on the genetic basis of autism, underscoring…
April 24, 2024
White Matter Development and Language in Autism
Tyler McFayden, PhD
Tyler McFayden, Ph.D., considers the intersection of white matter development and language in autism. She discusses language modality and considers…
March 27, 2024
Biomarkers start telling us a story: Autism pathophysiology revisited
Antonio Persico, MD
Antonio Persico, MD, a recent ARI Research Grant recipient, explores the role of biomarkers in understanding autism pathophysiology. He discusses…
February 21, 2024
The Low-Hanging Fruit: Exploring Monogenic Syndromes with Elevated Rates of Autism
Daniel Vogt, PhD
Dr. Daniel Vogt, Ph.D., explores monogenic syndromes and what they can tell us about the underlying causes of autism. He…
February 17, 2024
Autism and Sleep – Research Updates
Dara S. Manoach, PhD
Dara S. Manoach, Ph.D., discusses research updates on autism and sleep. She outlines aspects of a good night’s sleep and…
September 27, 2023
Targeting Brain Plasticity in Autism using a Reading Intervention
Rajesh Kana, PhD
Dr. Rajesh Kana considers the intersection of language comprehension, neuroplasticity, and autism interventions. He discusses contemporary research illustrating distinct patterns…
September 13, 2023
Screen Time and Social Engagement in Early Childhood Development
Karen F. Heffler, MD
Karen Heffler, MD, takes viewers on a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between early-life screen time exposure and autism risk.…