IACC includes vaccine research objective in strategic plan for autism research Nov 12, 2009
NEW YORK, NY (November 11, 2009) Autism Speaks is encouraged by yesterday's decision of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) to include vaccine research studies in the objectives of the updated Strategic Plan for Autism Research ... Autism Speaks funds more than $30 million each year in new autism research, including support for the Autism Treatment Network, Autism Genetic Resource Exchange, Autism Clinical Trials Network, Autism Tissue Program and a range of other scientific... (EurekAlert!)
Autism Consortium symposium draws record number of researchers, advocates, parents for autism update Nov 6, 2009
"The dramatic growth of this year's symposium strengthens our resolve to bring researchers, clinicians and families together to move the needle on autism research as quickly as possible," said Deirdre Philips, executive director of the Autism Consortium ... Latest Autism Research Presented for Discussion ... The afternoon session, lead by Mriganka Sur, PhD, Newton Professor of Neuroscience, Head, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT, included presentations on several promising areas... (EurekAlert!)
Georgetown youngsters walk for autism research Nov 4, 2009
Alex Armata, Matthew Armata, Rebecca Doucette, Jim Doucette and Ben Doucette walk in the Walk Now for Autism Speaks on Sunday, Oct. 18. Tue Nov 03, 2009, 04:42 PM EST. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Man and Woman of the Year nominees sought Nov 1, 2009
Barry Goldwater, Pinnacle West lobbyist Martin Shultz, Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center co-founder Denise Resnik, former Secretary of State Betsey Bayless, Valle del Sol President and CEO Luz Sarmina, and former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O Connor. A committee lead by past award recipients, members of Valley Leadership and a select group of its past presidents will review the applications and identify the winners. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
ASU Wrestling Helps Raise Funds at Zoo Walk for Autism Research Oct 28, 2009
TEMPE - The Arizona State University wrestling program continued to take part in its community last week as the Sun Devils joined the Taylor Twins Team at the 2009 Zoo Walk for Autism Research that was held at the Phoenix Zoo on October 17 ... Overall, the walk raised over $120,000 for autism research. (Thesundevils.com)
Oregon candidate uses Segway to help deal with MS Oct 25, 2009
But when a golf tournament that raised money for autism research was falling by the wayside last year, he and his family thought, "I guess we could do it.". The Buechler family also had another idea - instead of donating the money raised from the tournament to a national organization, they would use the money to help local families get therapy and services. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Humana gives $100K to Phoenix autism group Oct 24, 2009
The Phoenix-based Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center will use the grant to implement GardenWorks, a program that will encourage people with autism to participate in the development of a co-op garden. The aim of the program is teach gardening, landscaping and sales skills to people with autism in hopes that those skills will to translate into vocations. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Twin Study Underscores Role of Genes in Autism Oct 24, 2009
"Autism research has been guided by one important observation for the past several decades - that autism has a large genetic component," Dr. Paul Law, of the Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, told Reuters Health in an email. "That observation was made through twin studies.". (MEDLINEplus)
URI Baseball Participates in Walk Now for Autism Event Oct 23, 2009
Rams join over 3,000 Rhode Island walkers raising awareness and funds for autism research. "> RELATED LINKS HEADLINES Oct. 22, 2009 KINGSTON, R.I. - On Sunday, Sept. 13, the University of Rhode Island baseball team took part in the 2009 Southern New England Walk Now For Autism event, held at Colt State Park in Bristol, R.I. The Rams joined more than 3,000 individuals who walked to raise over $191,000 for autism research. "We're always happy to get together as a team and help raise awareness for... (Gorhody.com)
Alex on the honor roll Oct 21, 2009
All this money going into autism research when you have the answers all along. Says. (The Palm Beach Post)
Is autism genetic? Researchers close to answer Oct 16, 2009
Autism research found a possible genetic link -- alteration near semaphorin 5A gene ... "The scientific consensus now is that we're not talking about a single disorder. We're talking about a collection of disorders that are probably related," says Andy Shih, the vice president of scientific affairs for Autism Speaks, a New York City-based organization that supports autism research and advocates for people with autism and their families. (CNN -- US)
CDC Autism Research Projects Oct 15, 2009
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) manages several different autism research programs ... Although autism may not be thought of as a disease, like the flu or diabetes, the CDC is one of the most active autism research institutes in the nation. (Suite101.com)
Experts summarize state of the science in autism disorders Oct 15, 2009
Scientific understanding and medical treatments for autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) have advanced significantly over the past several years, but much remains to be done, say experts from the Center for Autism Research at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia who published a scientific review of the field today. "We summarized many new findings by autism researchers throughout the world, and give our perspective on the current state of the science in autism spectrum disorders," said lead... (EurekAlert!)
Drews crew ready to roll in the Greater Boston Walk Now For Autism fundraiser Oct 15, 2009
Held at Suffolk Downs in Boston, the fundraiser is a way for supporters to raise money for autism research ... To help support the cause, Gina and her family have helped raise more than $1,000 for autism research. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
CFC kicks off 2009 campaign Oct 15, 2009
The CFC gives Sailors the chance to donate money to causes that may be close to their hearts, like cancer research, autism research, wildlife conservation, fine arts like dance and music, finding cures for childhood illnesses, or even helping to fund the dreams of Olympic hopefuls. "It doesn't matter how much you give," said Southeastern Connecticut CFC director Stephanie P. Brown. (The Dolphin, CT)
Autism Speaks' genetic resource exchange, tissue program support findings published in Nature Oct 8, 2009
"More than ever, the autism science community turns to and relies on the invaluable partnership with families through AGRE, the Autism Genome Project (AGP), and ATP which are changing the landscape of autism research by leaps and bounds," she concluded ... Autism Speaks funds more than $30 million each year in new autism research, in addition to supporting the Autism Treatment Network, Autism Genetic Resource Exchange, Autism Clinical Trials Network, Autism Tissue Program and a range of other... (EurekAlert!)
Studies: Autism Rates Higher Than Thought Oct 6, 2009
Federal stimulus money has been earmarked for autism, and a 2006 law pumped millions of dollars of new federal money into autism research, screening and treatment ... The survey questions were flawed, said autism researcher Irva Hertz-Picciotto of the University of California, Davis. (KIRO TV, WA)
New Studies See a Higher Rate of Autism: Is the Jump Real? Oct 6, 2009
"It provides what scientists call convergent validity: no matter how you shake the bushes, you come up with this 1%," says Richard Roy Grinker, an autism researcher at George Washington University who has worked to determine ASD prevalence in South Korea ... Autism advocacy groups responded to the new federal numbers by pressing for a greater federal commitment to autism research particularly on possible environmental causes and to treatment ... "It is imperative that more resources be given to... (Time.com)
Autism is more widespread, U.S. studies show, but why? Oct 5, 2009
Insel noted that President Obama wants to increase spending on autism research by the by 16% a bigger bump than in any other area of research. One of the studies, published today in the journal Pediatrics by researchers at the Health Resources and Services Administration, found that one in every 91 children ages 3 to 17 have such a disorder, as determined by a survey of the parents of 78,000 children. (USA Today -- News)
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In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to cancer research, Shriners Hospitals, autism research and education or to a favorite charity. Condolences can be sent at. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Family seeks help raising money for autism research Sep 5, 2009
Despite the strikingly high prevalence of autism, autism research remains one of the lowest funded areas of medical research by public and private sources, the Brown family wrote. That is why we are seeking your support. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Byrnes nominated for Clemente Award Sep 4, 2009
In addition, Byrnes serves as the D-backs player spokesperson for the Prostate Cancer Foundation and has made appearances on behalf of Make-A-Wish, Southwest Autism Research rce Center and Augie's Quest, a division of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Your Healthy Family Sep 1, 2009
Get a glimpse of the latest autism research, and what it may mean for the future understanding of the disorder. May 12: Researchers say the number of children who've been hurt by falling furniture has jumped 41-percent since 1990, with nearly half of those injuries involving TVs. (MSNBC -- Health)
Cambridge resident hikes Mount Kilimanjaro for a good cause Jul 29, 2009
Around the same time, she discovered the Organization for Autism Research (OAR), which struck a chord with Carter, who has a younger brother with autism ... I don t know how many people think about autism research as ongoing research like we do for cancer ... For Carter, the connection between autism research and Kilimanjaro is clear. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Chromosome Abnormality Tied To Autistic Behavior In Mice Jun 30, 2009
Finding could help advance autism research in humans. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
Five female executives share strategies for recession Jun 28, 2009
5 female execs share strategies for recession. 5 female execs share strategies for recession. (AZCentral -- Business)
Bound by mutual respect Jun 6, 2009
She is to participate in a march to raise money for autism research Sunday in Westchester and accept an award on Long Island for her work on behalf of people with developmental disabilities. But as the first woman on a national Republican ticket, the partys top grass-roots star and an obvious contender for the 2012 nomination, shes a sought-after guest whose every move will be studied for political intent. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Alleged Abduction Hoaxer A Big Embezzler? May 30, 2009
Sweeten is listed as a director at a foundation Carlitz runs, The Carlitz Foundation, which according to its Web site raises money for autism research and for people in Burma. The charity is not registered in Pennsylvania or listed in Guidestar, a national database of IRS-recognized charities. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Investigators try to unravel abduction hoax case May 30, 2009
"Detectives from Bucks County, Pa., were in Orlando to carry Sweeten back to Pennsylvania if she waived extradition.Sweeten fled as she was being investigated for theft from a relative and perhaps others, authorities said. No charges had been filed in that probe.She worked for 15 years for Debbie Carlitz, a lawyer in suburban Philadelphia whose law license has been inactive or suspended in recent years, according to state documents. Sweeten is listed as a director at a foundation Carlitz runs,... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Mom Who Faked Abduction Tricked Co-Worker to Get ID May 29, 2009
The charity raises money for autism research and people in Burma, according to the station. Detectives and reporters had been puzzled by holes in Sweeten's story, and FBI spokesman J.J. Klaver confirmed earlier Wednesday the existence of "inconsistencies" in her account of the accident and abduction. (Fox News)
Mother's motive a mystery May 29, 2009
Sweeten is listed as a director at a foundation Carlitz runs, The Carlitz Foundation, which according to its website raises money for autism research and for people in Burma. Carlitz, reached by phone yesterday morning, said she was not sure whether any money was missing from her coffers. (Boston Globe)
Accused Abduction Faker A "Good Mother" May 29, 2009
I hope that she's OK." Henry said Sweeten presented the borrowed driver's license as her own when she bought an airline ticket in Philadelphia and flew to Orlando with her daughter. They had minimal luggage and the hotel was paid through Friday, Henry said. Sweeten had withdrawn about $12,000 from several bank accounts over recent days, but authorities were investigating whether that money had been stolen. "We believe that there were some domestic concerns with her husband and some financial... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Pa. mom who reported being abducted faces charges May 29, 2009
The charity's stated goal is raising money for autism research and for people in Burma. Carlitz did not return e-mail or phone messages Wednesday night. (USA Today)
Manhattan Cup May 18, 2009
In this charity event, which benefits the FCA and autism research through the Jacob's Team Foundation, dead bodies were not on the score sheet. Captains and teams were fishing for striped bass, bluefish and sea trout. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Gene Mutations Linked To Autism, Research Suggests May 1, 2009
POSTED: 3:32 pm PDT April 28, 2009UPDATED: 3:58 pm PDT April 28, 2009. -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one out of every 166 children has autism spectrum disorder in the U.S. But scientists have remained divided on the exact causes of the disorder. (KERO 23, CA)
Softball Set to Host Kentucky Tuesday at 5 p.m. Apr 28, 2009
Louisville native Michala Riggle will throw out the first pitch to help raise awareness for Autism research ... The local sixth grader has beaded and sold bracelets and raised nearly $300,000 to date for an autism research study. (Uoflsports.com)
How MIT maps the mind Mar 13, 2009
The area of interest for me is neuro-technology, but there is also a group focused on smart cities, which is green transportation, they have the robo-scooter, which is an electric scooter, which is very lightweight and folds up and is thus able to be transported around very easily, to other groups, like one focused on autism research, another one on music and technology, theres even a group on the future of banking and how trust relationships can be facilitated between banks and their customers... (Sify.com, India)
Smart switching could solve communication tangle Feb 12, 2009
The UK has launched its first bank of donated brain tissue samples dedicated to autism research. Mother mice that receive mental training before they become pregnant can pass on its cognitive benefits to their young the phenomenon may exist in humans too. (Yahoo News -- Instant Messaging)
