Investigating patterns to accelerate solutions.
At the Neurodevelopmental Diversity Laboratory at Northwestern University, we research language and other abilities associated with autism, fragile X syndrome, and related conditions. We also investigate their associated genetic, environmental, and neural features.
Our specific study objectives include:
- understanding different developmental strengths and challenges in language and other abilities associated with autism, fragile X syndrome, and related conditions;
- defining subtle language and neuropsychological profiles among unaffected family members that may still be linked to the genes involved in autism and fragile X; and
- documenting the connections between genes and environment in neurodevelopmental disabilities like autism/fragile X syndrome
NDL among Northwestern research groups rethinking genetics
Environmental factors are now recognized to play a strong role in development, and pose risk factors even in strongly genetic conditions like autism. The NDL is one of the many labs at Northwestern that are considering the complex relationships between genes and environment. Click to learn more: Northwestern Now!
Recent News
NDL Fall 2024 Retreat
We had an incredible time at our 2024 Lab Retreat! It was a great opportunity to come together, share insights on our exciting new projects, and foster collaboration. We wrapped up the day with some fun games, celebrating the arrival of Fall and the start of a promising academic year!
NDL at ArtTism 2024
The NDL was honored to attend the 2024 Chicago ArtTism event at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center. This event is dedicated to transforming the narrative around autism within the black & brown community through the celebration of art. We had the opportunity to share information about our [...]