Donald Trump seems to see science through the lens of conspiracy, Brexit may spur an exodus of scientific talent from the United Kingdom, and preterm babies show atypical brain activity before birth.

Male scientists typically dominate speaker lineups at conferences. The skewed gender ratio stunts women’s careers — and progress in science.

Scientists should regularly relate their work to a broad audience, and universities should support these efforts.

Watch the complete replay of Ilina Singh’s webinar, in which she discussed ethical issues related to early intervention for autism at different developmental stages.

Sports bring benefits to children on the spectrum, researchers debate sharing DNA data with study participants, and a look at the brain’s many genomes earns a prestigious prize.

People with mental health conditions — especially children and the elderly — are more likely than those with physical illnesses to end up in the emergency department for their care.

Given its reputation, the most shocking thing about electroconvulsive therapy might be how beneficial — and banal — it actually is.

Despite ethical concerns, watching how human neurons develop in the mouse brain could help scientists understand conditions such as autism.

Meet the backyard marijuana growers and home chemists who are rushing in where scientists fear to tread.

Modern treatments for autism are often led by parents and integrated into a child’s daily life.