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Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Brain Organoids
Syngap1
Occupational Therapy
Genetics
Sacramento, United States
Davis, United States
NIH
Peter Tran
Neurodiversity
De Novo Mutations
Tax Code
UC Davis
Autism Phenome Project
Medical Expense Deduction
ABLE Act
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IDEA
Special Education

Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from University of California and other experts.

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Artwork for Autism

Latest Episodes

Authentic autism representation begins with listening to autistic people and including them in stories about their lives. Seth Bakke, producer, writer and director of The Rescue, explains how his autistic cousin Aaron and a poem by autistic typer Pet... more

Human brain organoids help researchers study neurodevelopmental disorders that are difficult to examine directly in developing brain tissue. Giorgia Quadrato, USC, uses cortical organoids derived from human pluripotent stem cells to examine SYNGAP1, ... more

As part of the 2026 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Kavitha Murthi,Assistant Professor, Rutgers University, discusses occupational therapy for autistic people. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 41463]

Understanding the causes of autism matters for families, public health, and public trust in science. Jonathan Sebat, Ph.D., UC San Diego, explains what research actually shows about the causes of autism and how scientists separate strong evidence fro... more

Autism research affects how autistic people and families receive support, care, and opportunities to participate in daily life. A panel with autistic, family, clinical, and research perspectives discusses the world of autism research and how it can b... more

Brain aging and neurological disease are hard to study because living human brain tissue is difficult to access. Alysson Muotri, Ph.D., UC San Diego, explains how brain organoids sent to space can model accelerated aging, reveal changes in neural net... more

Families with disabled students often face extra out-of-pocket costs—costs they wouldn’t have if their child weren’t disabled—to secure the same education other students receive for free, yet tax relief for those expenses is limited and unclear. Garr... more

Join Chancellor May as he meets a couple of UC Davis researchers and the people who have been impacted by their positive work on the UC Davis Health campus. Joseph Tuscano, M.D., oncologist at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, receives federa... more

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Recent Guests

Kavitha Murthi
Occupational therapist and research scholar focused on neurodiversity-affirming practices
Autism and occupational therapy research community
Episode: Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Autistic People Across the Lifespan
Denai Fannin
associate professor and speech-language pathologist involved in autism research
North Carolina Central University
Episode: Conducting Autism Research from a Stakeholder Perspective
Dr. Sabat
Speaker/ Researcher presenting on tax policy and autism advocacy
Episode: It’s Not So Simple: An Examination of How the Internal Revenue Code Fails to Contemplate the Economic Realities of Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families
Joe Tuscano
Presumably a clinician or researcher involved with the UC Davis MIND Institute project
UC Davis MIND Institute
Episode: That May Be The Chancellor: Episode 14
Jorge Gai
Study participant and patient featured in the Autism Phenome Project story
Autism Phenome Project participant
Episode: That May Be The Chancellor: Episode 14
Braden's Parent (Gary May)
Parent of a child participating in the Autism Study, sharing family impact
Family affected by autism
Episode: That May Be The Chancellor: Episode 14

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • A must listen!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    I have learned so much about autism from listening to this podcast. Although I appreciate those focusing on inclusion and acceptance, I have thoroughly enjoyed hearing about the research that has happened and continues to occur surrounding all aspects of Autism. I feel like I’m getting a crash course on Autism while listening. Thank you for creating this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CLoSan
    United States2 years ago
  • Autism is a condition or neurotype

    The constant disrespect for autistic individuals which dominates this show is hard to accept. Referring to autistic people like myself as “diseased” needs to be checked, remedied, and apologized off. Do better.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Doctor Joan
    United States4 years ago
  • Useful resource!

    Great podcast for parents! Hope inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew G Shepherd
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many listeners find the show to be a valuable resource for parents seeking evidence-based guidance.
Some feedback calls for more respectful language and non-stigmatizing framing of autism.
Listeners appreciate deeper dives into autism research and practical implications for families.

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Talking Points

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Early Roles of SYNGAP1 in Neurodevelopment: Insights from a Top Autism Risk Gene
Q: Regarding anticonvulsant responses in organoids and the link to enteric neurons, is there a way to relate the synaptic effects of SYNGAP1 in the brain to gut motility outcomes?
This is an active area of inquiry; preliminary findings indicate faster maturation in enteric neurons with SYNGAP1 haploinsufficiency, and researchers aim to explore how this could translate to gut motility changes and potential therapies.
Early Roles of SYNGAP1 in Neurodevelopment: Insights from a Top Autism Risk Gene
Q: During the ASO rescue, what exactly was done in organoids and which phenotypes were rescued—protein level, maturation speed, migration, or others?
The team rescued the protein and transcript levels and primarily demonstrated rescue of network activity with an assay that could be scaled; further work is planned to assess rescue of additional phenotypes such as maturation timing and migration.
Early Roles of SYNGAP1 in Neurodevelopment: Insights from a Top Autism Risk Gene
Q: When you see disorganization of the ventricular zones and rosettes in SYNGAP1 organoids, do you think migration is involved and are neurons stuck in the radial glia area?
The data suggest neurons are displaced and potentially stuck in progenitor layers, implying migration issues likely accompany the organizational defects, though deeper analyses are still needed.
Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Autistic People Across the Lifespan
Q: How has writing these guidelines impacted AOTA as an organization?
AOTA shifted from initial hesitation to mandating community involvement in guidelines, encouraging ongoing collaboration with autistic researchers and community partners to inform practice.
Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Autistic People Across the Lifespan
Q: What strategies can be used to develop partnerships with people with higher support needs who can inform research?
The speakers suggest embracing diverse communication styles and environments, meeting people in their own contexts, and listening openly to ensure inclusivity and authentic collaboration.

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This program centers autism research, neurodiversity-affirming practices, and policy considerations affecting autistic individuals and their families. Across recent episodes, discussions span genetic and developmental science, practical guidelines for clinicians and educators, stakeholder perspectives in research, and policy critiques of tax and education systems. A notable pattern is the emphasis on authentic representation, actionable strategies for supporting autistic people, and the translation of complex research into real-world impact. The show often features researchers, clinicians, family members, and advocates, offering both technical insights and personal perspectives that help listeners understand how science, practice, and advoc... more

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1. Kavitha Murthi
2. Denai Fannin
3. Dr. Sabat
4. Joe Tuscano
5. Jorge Gai
6. Braden's Parent (Gary May)

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