New, miniaturized single-cell sequencing techniques are helping researchers tease out how autism-linked genes work in the brain.

Super-resolution microscopy can set off a series of biological processes that lead to cell death, compromising imaging experiments.

Scientists dish about the biggest challenges they face as they tackle tough questions about autism.

Having a loved one on the spectrum has given some autism researchers a unique outlook on their work.

The proposed guidelines would require scientists to destroy biological specimens if they don’t have the explicit consent of the participant for further use.

A molecular Swiss army knife for DNA is hewing a path to clarify the subtle effects of thousands of autism-linked mutations.

A new method uses luminescent proteins to switch neurons on or off in the brains of freely moving rats.

Delayed activation of brain areas governing speech could contribute to the language difficulties some people with autism experience.

An app designed for Google Glass aims to help children with autism recognize emotions, and Sesame Street introduces its first muppet with autism

Overcoming profound technical challenges, researchers may be well on their way to making a troop of monkey models for studying autism and related conditions