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2025 News

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Mentoring program empowers families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

The University of South Carolina’s Autism Parent Navigator Program is transforming the autism support landscape by pairing newly diagnosed families with experienced parent mentors, leading to improved co-parenting, mental health, and access to vital resources.

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2025 Distinguished Undergraduate Research Mentor Award winner: Brain scientist Kristy Welshhans helps student researchers tackle big questions in early development

Dr. Kristy Welshhans and her student researchers at the University of South Carolina are exploring how tiny changes in brain development can have big impacts on lifelong learning and behavior.

Dr. Caitlin Hudac, a White woman with curly blonde hair in a bun, wears a mask and poses next to a young, White boy putting his arms over his head.

USC psychologist uses mobile EEG to break down barriers to research

Dr. Caitlin Hudac's research accommodates families, prioritizes child wellbeing, and produces valuable results.

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April newsletter released!

Featuring a guide to non-federal funding sources, a who's who in our Community Advisory Board (CAB), and upcoming events like AutismConnect.

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March newsletter released!

Learn upcoming community events for Disability Awareness Month, takeaways from our Elevator Pitch workshop,  and more!

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February newsletter released!

Welcome back! Jump into our first newsletter of the year and see the winners of our inaugural CANdies awards, pilot grant recipients, and recruiting studies.

 

 

 

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