The Autism Science Foundation Weekly Science Podcast is a summary of the latest research in autism spectrum disorders. This podcast will discuss new science, research discoveries, meetings and discussions, news reports, and other information important to those affected by autism especially families.
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Targeting environmental chemicals in neurodevelopmental disorders
This week a group of experts met to build consensus around the effects of environmental chemicals on the developing brain. Autism was part of this discussion. And a new large-scale study shows that c-sections do not cause autism,
Molecular Autism special issue on gender differences
Study on the amazing brains of females with autism highlighted in the special issue of Molecular Autism focusing on the sex difference. In addition, recommendations for research by researchers is outlined.
Who isn’t at risk for having a child with autism?
New questions and answers about role of parental age in autism risk