Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

The ASD Workgroup is dedicated to fostering a collaborative research network among researchers across the GCC who are focused on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental conditions. The primary aim of this workgroup is to facilitate the exchange of ideas and promote collaborative efforts in both preclinical and clinical research. The long-term goals include advancing the understanding of ASD neurobiology and identifying innovative approaches for its treatment.

Lead Faculty: Fernanda Laezza, UTMB, and Anilkumar Pillai, UTHealth Houston
Other Key Persons: Robert Azencott, U. of Houston; Sol Bobst, UTMB; Eliseo Eugenin, UTMB; Anna Fracassi, UTMB; Assaf Gottlieb, UTHealth Houston; Demetrio Labate, U. of Houston; Agenor Limon, UTMB; Katherine Loveland, UTHealth Houston; Neil Mehta, UTMB; Yabo Niu, U. of Houston; Antonio Pagan; UTHealth Houston; Michelle Patriquin, UTHealth,  Akshaya Venkatesh, MD/PhD Student, UTMB, Sonia Villapol, HMRI