RESEARCH
Autism Spectrum Disorder attracts a lot of research interest around the world and there are several Journals devoted to publishing research findings.
How do we support Research?
In Victoria, there is a lot of research being done by students and clinicians interested in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Autism Victoria encourages and supports this valuable work. One of the ways we do this is via the Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Reference Group, currently chaired by Associate Professor Cheryl Dissanayake of La Trobe University.
The Reference Group convenes an Annual Research Forum which is held in November each year. Click here for the 2009 ASD Research Forum Proceedings.
8TH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER RESEARCH FORUM
The 2009 ASD Research Forum was held on Tuesday 10th November. Around 100 delegates had the pleasure of attending to hear a fascinating summary of the latest research into the genetics of autism, presented by our keynote speaker, Dr Natasha Brown. The forum also provided an opportunity for participants to hear about some of the latest research findings in the autism field across Victoria.
Please click here for a copy of the 2009 ASD Research Forum Proceedings.
THE OLGA TENNISON AUTISM RESEARCH CENTRE
The Research Centre for Autism Spectrum Disorders has been renamed in recognition of the major initial donor. Dr Cheryl Dissanayake has been appointed as the Director. The Board has representation from academic and community specialists, and will work in partnership with Autism Victoria and other appropriate state and federal bodies. Thus while community based, the Centre will also have a national focus. The Centre was officially opened in June 2008. For further details visit their website.
APEX FOUNDATION TRUST FOR AUTISM RESEARCH GRANTS 2009
Applications for this grant are now availaible and for further information please email Mick Clark, Deputy Chairperson, Australian Advisory Board.
How can you help?
An important part of research is the participants - the families and individuals who answer questionnaires and take part in trials and share their experiences.
Autism Victoria has established a 'Research Participant Register' of families and individuals willing to participate in research projects. If you would like to be part of this register, please go to the Get Involved section of this webpage and fill out the form at the bottom of the page.
If you are a Researcher and would like to access the Research Participant Register, please download and fill out this form, and send it to Josephine Barbaro, j.barbaro@latrobe.edu.au.