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Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is here to address your unique needs and provide the best possible care for your child’s neurodevelopmental journey.

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Teaching for a stronger community.

We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.

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Researching for a better tomorrow.

Our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

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We’re here to help.

Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is here to address your unique needs and provide the best possible care for your child’s neurodevelopmental journey.

Learn more

Teaching for a stronger community.

We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.

Learn more

Researching for a better tomorrow.

Our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

Learn more

Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment

205 Portland Street, Columbia, MO 65211

573-884-6052

Research

At the Thompson Center, our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

Comprised of a diverse and dynamic team, our researchers represent a wide range of fields, expertise, and passions. Physicians, psychologists, research scientists, educators, communication experts, occupational therapists, nurses, and other health professionals unite under a common mission—to break down barriers and find creative solutions that bring positive change and innovative solutions to the autism community.

At the Thompson Center, we firmly believe that the most significant advancements occur at the intersection of various disciplines. By fostering an environment that encourages cross-collaboration and out-of-the-box thinking, we create an ecosystem where new discoveries can be made, transforming the landscape of neurodevelopmental care.

At the heart of our successful research endeavors at the Thompson Center lies our innovative Research Core structure. Designed to maximize efficiency and expertise, this unique framework empowers faculty members with a centralized team of skilled research staff. By leveraging the talents of our Research Core staff, faculty members benefit from a consistent and reliable pool of experts to collaborate with. This seamless integration fosters a cohesive and informed approach to research, ensuring that the unique complexities of autism are met with the utmost understanding and care.

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