Studying families to reveal the roots of neurodiversity.
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.
Studying families to reveal the roots of neurodiversity.
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.
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The Neurodevelopmental Diversity Lab had a great time at Evanston’s Passport to Noyes Festival! Our team connected with community members, shared information about our ongoing research, and recruited participants for our studies on neurodevelopment and[...]
Our team had a wonderful time tabling at Chicago Children’s Museum’s Play For All event, an initiative that brings children and families with disabilities together to experience inclusive, multi-sensory play and learning. We loved[...]
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Investigating Patterns to Deepen Understanding
Research in the Neurodevelopmental Diversity Lab investigates the origins of the clinical-behavioral features that define autism, fragile X, and related neurodevelopmental conditions.
Our studies examine relationships between gene, brain, and behavior, and also consider environmental features that may contribute to the causes of these conditions. We adopt a life-span and multigenerational approach, with different studies involving both children and adults, as well as unaffected family members, including siblings, parents, and grandparents.
