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Science News
3.11.2025

Celebrating women in autism research

Autism Speaks is proud to spotlight two early career researchers who were awarded this year’s Predoctoral Fellowship for Autistic Scientists: Mishel
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Advocacy News
3.3.2025

Policy Pulse | What's new in autism advocacy? A lot!

This 2025 newsletter edition shares the inspiring story of a parent advocate, new bills introduced in Congress, and state advocates rallying for
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News
2.28.2025

Love the Moment™ named finalist for two 2025 Halo Awards!

Autism Speaks and Wilson Sporting Goods' "Love the Moment" initiative has been recognized as a finalist in not one, but two prestigious categories at
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News
2.25.2025

FOX News interviews Andy Shih on the drug leucovorin

A story from FOX News, featuring a quote from Autism Speaks’ Chief Science Officer, explores the evidence behind the drug leucovorin to improve
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Press Release
2.25.2025

Music legends join Autism Speaks’ Light Up The Blues 7 Concert

Join us on on April 26, 2025 at the Greek Theatre for the Autism Speaks Light Up The Blues 7 Concert featuring Billy Idol, Cat Power, Linda Perry,
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Advocacy News
2.21.2025

ENABLE Act reintroduced to enhance ABLE Accounts

The ENABLE Act was reintroduced in Congress, aiming to provide individuals with disabilities and their families with greater certainty and stability
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Advocacy News
2.14.2025

Autism Speaks honors Virginia legislators for leadership on behalf of the autism community

During Virginia Autism Advocacy Day at the state capitol, several lawmakers were awarded a 2024 Autism Speaks Public Service Award for their
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News
2.12.2025

Autism Digest spotlights Victoria Handy’s diagnosis journey

Autism Digest spotlights Victoria Handy’s diagnosis journey
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Press Release
2.5.2025

DNAstack-led consortium launches $17.5M initiative to advance AI in genomics and health

A consortium announced the launch of the Canadian Platform for AI in Health, a project to expand software for making AI-powered discoveries in
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Advocacy News
2.3.2025

Policy Pulse | Advocacy in full swing

This January 2025 newsletter edition highlights the start of state legislative sessions, the Congressional Autism Caucus, how policy will advance care
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Press Release
1.30.2025

Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala redefines possibilities for acceptance & inclusion on April 1st in New York City

Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala will unite top chefs and honor the nonprofit’s 20-year commitment to standing alongside the autistic community.
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News
1.28.2025

FOX News Digital interviews Andy Shih on autism diagnosis

FOX News Digital interviewed Andy Shih to talk about the signs of autism and growing awareness of the diagnosis since the 50s and 60s.
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News
1.21.2025

Arianna Esposito talks adult autism services on Hi Rasmus podcast

In the latest episode of the Hi Rasmus & Friends podcast, Arianna Esposito discusses the current state of adult autism services.
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Science News
1.16.2025

New study shows higher rates of dementia in autistic adults

New study shows that autistic adults are more likely to develop dementia, with more than 1/3 of autistic people over age 64 diagnosed with dementia.
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Advocacy News
1.9.2025

Autism Speaks honors California Assemblymember, Dr. Corey Jackson for leadership in funding autism services provided by direct support professionals

On January 7, 2025, Autism Speaks presented California Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson with its 2024 Public Service Award, celebrating his unwavering
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News
1.8.2025

Inc Magazine interviews Keith Wargo on neurodiverse hiring practices

Inc. Magazine interviewed Autism Speaks President & CEO Keith Wargo on empowering autistic workers to tap into their strengths.