Ancient Autism Genes
We recently published an article in Autism Research reporting that autism genes are extremely ancient compared to other genes in the human genome. Illustration by Alexander Glandien. Courtesy of Spectrum News. […]
Dysautonomia in Autism
The topic of “dysautonomia” is a very popular one amongst people with hereditary connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). Yet in spite of the […]
Once Again, Walking in the Footsteps of Mary Anning
For those of you who follow my occasional treks through Natural History Museums, you may know I have a mini-obsession with the story of the paleontologist, Mary Anning— as the […]
Plant-derived Polyphenols May Treat & Prevent Neurodegeneration
Although the biology of neurodegenerative disorders is complex, most forms are associated with the development of abnormal protein bundles called “inclusion bodies” within brain cells. You’re probably already familiar with […]
A Trip to the Houston Museum of Natural Science
My husband and I recently attended the World Autism Organization congress, held every four years. This year it was hosted in Houston, Texas. Although my daily work is filled with […]
Our Latest Publication: Autism Traits Are Predictive of Specific Gene Networks in Intellectual Disability
Last week our team published its newest work in the realm of autism genetics in Frontiers in Psychiatry titled, “Widespread Genotype-Phenotype Correlations in Intellectual Disability.” For those of you who don’t follow genetics […]
Rights of Immigrant Children and the Public Charge Regulation
By my husband, Manuel Casanova. I’m so proud of his big heart! ❤️ via Rights of Immigrant Children and the Public Charge Regulation
What’s #DoctorsAreDickheads All About?
You may or may not be aware of the trending hashtag, #DoctorsAreDickheads, on Twitter. If you’re not knee-deep in the chronic illness community or aren’t much of a Twitter follower, […]
Our Book Is Finally Out! – “Defining Autism: A Guide to Brain, Biology, & Behavior”
After several years of writing, waiting, and hand-wringing, our book, Defining Autism: A Guide to Brain, Biology, & Behavior, is finally available for purchase on websites like Jessica Kingsley Publishers and […]
The Potential Therapeutic Marvels of Green Tea Extract
Just a few weeks ago my husband and several of his collaborators held a conference in Lausanne, Switzerland, as part of a Spotlight Award from Frontiers, which was a very […]
