Debates and conversations about timely topics in autism.
Five scientists describe the biggest challenges they face in solving sleep problems in people with autism.
Researchers who left academia explain how science still informs their new careers — in a nonprofit organization, biotech company, science administration or journalism.
We asked researchers how they managed to mix family and fun with science into their days — and received some clever recipes.
Growing up with a brother or sister on the spectrum motivates some young people to devote their careers to investigating autism.
Many families don’t have the time or motivation to participate in research. So how can scientists recruit them?
Collaboration and transparency will be key as scientists sort through thousands of whole genomes of people with autism for genetic clues.
Researchers and autism advocates applaud Hillary Clinton’s thoughtful autism plan but say some of the proposed initiatives may be tricky to implement.
Having a loved one on the spectrum has given some autism researchers a unique outlook on their work.
Young scientists face unprecedented challenges in transitioning from postdoctoral fellowships to tenured faculty positions. We asked researchers from different generations for solutions to the scientific career crisis.
A study on abnormal personal pronoun use among deaf children with autism raises questions about the essence of ‘self.’ But do differences in how we refer to ourselves suggest unique internal experiences?
Late last year, a provocative article about the utility of autism as a diagnostic category caused a stir among scientists. But if we do away with the term ‘autism,’ what should replace it?
