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To advance the health of autistic people through biomedical research and free education.<\/i><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Established in 1967 by psychologist and renowned father of modern autism research Dr. Bernard Rimland, ARI continues to pioneer in research, outreach, and cooperative efforts with other organizations worldwide. ARI advocates for the rights of autistic people and operates without funding from special-interest groups.<\/p>\n

The Autism Research Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, marital status or genetic information in its programs, awarding of grants, and\/or other activities.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

To advance the health of autistic people through biomedical research and free education. 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