Free webinar at 1:00 p.m. Eastern time (US), December 2, 2026
Dr. Bradley Ferguson, PhD, a 2024 research grant recipient, will share emerging research on the interaction of GI symptoms and behavior in autism.
2026 Research Updates: GI Symptoms & Behavior
About the speaker:
Brad Ferguson, PhD, is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Missouri. He is primarily engaged in research in co-occurring conditions, especially gastrointestinal symptoms, anxiety, and the stress response in people with autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Ferguson is also involved in multiple clinical trials in autism. He employs a wide range of methodologies in his research (e.g., heart rate variability, skin conductance, MRI/fMRI, ELISA, wearables, questionnaires) and enjoys collaborating with interdisciplinary colleagues.
Emerging Research on Autism Rates and Covid
Free webinar at 1:00 p.m. Eastern time (US), April 22, 2026 Tune in to hear about the Columbia University COVID-19 Mother Baby Outcomes Initiative (COMBO), which resulted in the first report demonstrating that
Understanding Autism through the Lens of Sensorimotor Features and Early-Developing Brain Regions
Sensorimotor differences are commonly reported in autistic individuals. However, the daily-life impact and neurobiological basis of motor differences are not clear. This talk will discuss sensorimotor differences commonly reported in
Towards the Development of a Diagnostic Test for Autism Spectrum Disorder: Data Science Meets Metabolomics
Hear Juergen Hahn, Ph.D., ARI Scientific Advisory Board member, discuss how using machine learning can lead to biomarker discoveries in autism research. Handouts are online HERE
How Genetics is Shaping the Field of Autism Research
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Disparities in Autism Ascertainment in Black Children
Handouts are available HERE You can access the ongoing study Dr. Dickerson discusses during the Q&A HERE Learn about disparities in autism ascertainment in Black children and accessible treatment models
Nutrition Research Updates: Five Underappreciated Nutrients that Neurodivergent Kids May Be Missing
Vicki Kobliner, MS, RDN, reviews current nutrition research and shares practical strategies to support the health of neurodivergent children.Handouts are online HERE About the speaker: