Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

TRIAD Research Project:Simons Simplex Collection Project at Vanderbilt University

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Principal Investigator: James Sutcliffe, Ph.D.

Other researchers: Wendy Stone, Ph.D., & Zachary Warren, Ph.D.

Description

Vanderbilt professors Jim Sutcliffe and Wendy Stone are conducting a new multisite study designed to examine the genetic causes of autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

To qualify for this study, parents must be willing to complete a series of eligibility screening procedures and bring their family to Vanderbilt for assessment. All family members will be asked to give a small sample of blood as a source of DNA.

This study is funded by the Simons Foundation and is also being conducted at 10 other universities across North America.

Participant Criteria

We are looking for families with:

  • One child with an ASD diagnosis, age 4-17
  • One or more other children without an ASD diagnosis, age four or older
  • Both biological parents willing to participate

Compensation

Families will receive a thorough diagnostic/behavioral report and monetary compensation for their participation.

Visit Requirements

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Brochure

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Contact Information

Amy Nicholson
(615) 343-9648
Amy.G.Nicholson@vanderbilt.edu

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