Take a look back at some of the biggest accomplishments at the Thompson Center in 2023. After an amazing year, we’re looking forward to continued growth and improvement in 2024!
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Researchers On The Go
Several Thompson Center researchers attended the International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) Annual Meeting in Stockholm, Sweden in May, including Research Core staff members Julie Muckerman (left) and Samantha HunterContinue reading “Researchers On The Go”
Spring Research Symposium
The Thompson Center hosted its Spring Research Symposium at the NextGen Precision Health Building in March. Speakers were Drs. Sofia Lizarraga (Brown University) and Evdokia Anagnostou (University of Toronto). AContinue reading “Spring Research Symposium”
RAYS: Examining the Experiences of Autistic Adolescents & Young Adults
Individuals often begin to drink alcohol during adolescence and early adulthood. But how does this phase of life unfold for autistic teens and young adults compared with their neurotypical peers?Continue reading “RAYS: Examining the Experiences of Autistic Adolescents & Young Adults”
Winners of Student Poster Session Announced
The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment hosted its Student Poster Session at the 17th Annual Thompson Center Autism Conference in October. The session had the most poster submissions toContinue reading “Winners of Student Poster Session Announced”
Clinical Collaboration: Thompson Center Researchers Partner with MU Health Care Clinics
The summer before David Beversdorf began his fellowship, he attended a workshop where one message rang clear: research should be driven by a question, not a technique. Having a clinicContinue reading “Clinical Collaboration: Thompson Center Researchers Partner with MU Health Care Clinics”
Researchers On The Go
Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf presented on current trends in autism research as part of the NextGen Precision Health Discovery Series in August. His lecture featured highlights from his experience with studyingContinue reading “Researchers On The Go”
MU Scientist Links Epigenetic Biomarkers to Gastrointestinal Issues for Kids with Autism
Findings could have future implications for precision medicine, lead to individualized treatments As a clinician at the University of Missouri Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, David Beversdorf helpsContinue reading “MU Scientist Links Epigenetic Biomarkers to Gastrointestinal Issues for Kids with Autism”
The Early Years Study: A New Look Into Infant Cry
The Early Years Study is the latest project to begin the recruitment phase at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment. This project will utilize audio recordings of infant criesContinue reading “The Early Years Study: A New Look Into Infant Cry”
Research Spotlight: Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf
Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf joined the Thompson Center as Executive Director and Thompson Endowed Chair in Child Health in September 2021. What brought you to the Thompson Center? I came toContinue reading “Research Spotlight: Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf”