<!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN"> <HTML> <HEAD> <TITLE>New Horizons Un-Limited: provides research resources on Autism for people with disabilities </TITLE> </HEAD> <BODY BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF"> <META NAME="description" CONTENT="New Horizons Un-Limited provides research resources on Autism that affect disabled individuals, their families and caregivers."> <META NAME="keywords" CONTENT="disabled, disability, disabilities, handicapped, handicap, caregiver, family, communication, ability, access, accessible, accessibility, communication disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, developmentally disabled, cognitively disabled, Autism, physical, psychological, arthritis, acquired brain injury, amputee, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, hearing impaired, blind, deaf, quad, quadriplegic, wheelchair, paralysis, stroke, tetraplegic, motor impaired, impaired, mental illness, mentally challenged, mobility impaired, physically challenged, special needs, learning disabilities, vision, speech , Polio, Multiple Sclerosis, MS, Muscular Dystrophy, paraplegic, housing, employment, jobs, recreation, sports, health care, care, managed care, community, education, school, transportation, independent living, adaptive technology, assistive technology, products, government, legislation, and news, information, referral, support, disability information, disability links, agencies, help, disability organizations, disability resources, disability services, discussion board, message board, editorials, personal experiences, FAQ, guides, books, disability news, research."> <H1><IMG SRC="newhorsm.gif" alt="A scene of people with various disabilities gathered around a blue lake, enjoying their home, community, the out-of-doors, health, recreation, housing, transportation and education with an accessible path for them to a high mountain and large yellow sun on the horizon.">&nbsp;&nbsp;<font COLOR="#000080">New Horizons Un-Limited Inc.</font></h1> <a name="top"> <br> <h2><a href="libcat.html"><i><font COLOR="#800080">Library and Research</font></i></a></h2><br> <h2><a href="rescat.html"><font COLOR="#800080">Research:</a> <a href="resdsp.html">Disability Specific Resources: </a>Autism</font></h2><br> <hr> New Horizons Un-limited is not endorsing and assumes no responsibility in guaranteeing the products, services, programs or conditions as described. If you are interested in a resource listed below, call or contact the resource to verify the current situation. Evaluate the information, analyze your unique circumstances, use your best judgment and make your own decisions when using the information. Before making any change, consult your health care professional. <hr> <H3><FONT color=#000080>National</FONT></H3> <a href="http://www.autismspeaks.org"><b>Autism Speaks</b></a> is a national autism research foundation. This foundation is dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder. They are committed to raising the funds necessary to support these goals. Autism Speaks aims to bring the autism community together as one strong voice to urge the government and private sector to listen to their concerns and take action to address this urgent global health crisis. <p> <IMG src="newsig.gif" alt="New Sign"> <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/od/oc/media/pressrel/r061006.htm"> <b>National CADDRE Study: Child Development and Autism</b></a> by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and five other research centers will study children with autism for five years in a very large and comprehensive research that will look at genetic and environmental factors that may contribute to autism. For more information on this study, visit the CDC link above and check out the following article at MSNBC: <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15162347/"><b>CDC funds largest-ever study of autism 2,700 kids to be followed over 5 years in landmark research effort</b></a> <p> <a href="http://www.childrenshospital.org/cfapps/research/data_admin/Site275/mainpageS275P0.html"><b>Children's Hospital Research Department of Psychiatry, Center for Autism and Related Disorders</b></a> of Boston Massachussetts, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Kerim Munir's, research is focused on defining the etiology and pathology of autism and other developmental disorders. His recent work has explored the possibility of an autoimmune origin for autism, possibly within the gastrointestinal system, but spreading to the central nervous system. He has identified one candidate "trigger" for such an autoimmune response--secretin--a protein fround in the gut as well as in the CNS. Additional study may determine whether secretin or its receptor bears a molecular resemblance to the MMR vaccine, whose administration has been associated with the onset of autism. Contact the Professor Munir at 300 Longwood Avenue, Judge Baker-2, Boston, MA 02115, Phone: 617-355-7166 or submit e-mail form from their website. <p> <a href="http://www.cureautismnow.org"><b>(C.A.N.) Cure Autism Now</b></a> is a national autism research foundation, an organization of parents, clinicians and leading scientists committed to accelerating the pace of biomedical research in autism through raising money for research projects, education and outreach. Founded by parents of children with autism in 1995, the organization has grown from a kitchen-table effort to the largest provider of support for autism research and resources in the country. The organization's primary focus is to fund essential research through a variety of programs designed to encourage innovative approaches toward identifying the causes, prevention, treatment and a cure for autism and related disorders. This website includes FAQ on autism, resources on autism and information to participate in research. <p> <a href="http://www.autismspectrumsurvey.org"><b> Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York Clinical/School Psychology Ph.D. Program</b></a> Attention: Parents of Children with Diagnosed with Autism, Aspergerýÿs Disorder, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) Dawn Middleton, M.A., Doctoral Candidate and Liora Pedhazur-Schmelkin, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, are currently examining parental experience and opinions of educational placements for children with autism spectrum disorders. We are asking that parents or guardians of children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (Autism, Asperger's Disorder, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) participate in this study by completing an online questionnaire. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to complete the following questionnaire, which will take approximately 20 minutes. No further participation is necessary. You will not be asked to supply any personal identifying information. All results will be reported in terms of group responses and no individual responses will be reported. You may access the questionnaire by clicking on the above link. If you have any questions about this research please do not hesitate to contact Dawn Middleton at <a href="mailto:dawnmiddleton@yahoo.com"><b>dawnmiddleton@yahoo.com</b></a> <p> <a href="http://www.mgh.harvard.edu/allpsych/psychneurogen/psychneuro_research_highfunction.htm"><b>Massachusetts General Hospital, Charlestown, Massachusetts, High-Functioning Autism/Asperger Syndrome Study: Neurobiology and Genetics of Autism and Related Disorders.</b></a> The goals of this research are to better define the boundaries and clarify the distinctions between High Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome, as well as to identify familial patterns of inheritance in these two disorders. This study is a collaborative effort and includes the site at McLean Hospital as well as sites at the Yale Child Study Center, New Haven, CT, the University of Chicago, Chicago, IL and the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI. This investigation is supported through the NICHD and was just awarded funds for another 5 years of study. They are currently enrolling families with at least one child between the ages of 6 and 21 with a diagnosis of High Functioning Autism or Asperger Syndrome (IQ >70), and no other significant disorders. For more information on how you can participate go to this website. <p> <a href="http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/"><b>M.I.N.D. Institute</b></a> is an international, multidisciplinary research organization, committed to excellence, collaboration and hope, striving to understand the causes and develop better treatments and ultimately cures for neurodevelopmental disorders. Standing shoulder to shoulder, families, scientists, physicians, educators, and administrators are working together to unlock the mysteries of the mind. Neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism, fragile X syndrome and learning disorders are increasingly recognized. It is likely that you know an individual with one of these disorders. At the M.I.N.D. Institute, the ýÿrace is onýÿ to identify the causes and develop better treatments, interventions, and preventions for the neurodevelopmental disorders that affect children and families around the world. While much work needs to be done, UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute is committed to using an integrated, comprehensive research approach to understanding the causes and finding cures for these neurodevelopmental disorders. <p> <hr> <H3><FONT color=#000080>International</FONT></H3> <hr> <H3><FONT color=#000080>United Kingdom</FONT></H3> <a href="http://www.autismresearchcentre.com/volunteers/sib_pair.asp"><b>University of Cambridge, Autism Research Centre Asperger Syndrome (AS) Sibling Pair Project,</b></a> is looking for adults or children who are diagnosed with AS to take part in a new genes project, along with their brothers and sisters. This new worldwide study involves collecting a DNA sample and a questionnaire from individuals with Asperger Syndrome and their biological brothers and sisters. Providing a DNA sample is quick, easy and a completely painless process. This research may enable them to identify specific genes involved in Asperger Syndrome, furthering our understanding of the condition and possibly leading to earlier diagnosis. For further information please go to the link above or email Sally Wheelwright: <a href="mailto:sjw18@cam.ac.uk"><b>sjw18@cam.ac.uk </b></a>. This new study involves collecting a DNA sample and a questionnaire from individuals with Asperger Syndrome and their biological brothers and sisters. They claim the DNA sampling is quick, easy and a completely painless process - cotton buds are wiped inside the cheek. Participants are under no obligation to participate, but if you do take part you may leave the study at any time without any need to give a reason. This study has the approval of the UK Multi Regional Ethics Committee. All data are held in strictest confidence for this study alone. <p> <hr> <p> For more on the topic of <B><a href="dspaut.html">Autism</a></B> <p> <hr> If you have questions or ideas, information and solutions that you would like to share with us, contact us by e-mail at: <b><a HREF="mailto:horizons@new-horizons.org">horizons@new-horizons.org</a></b> or to use our NHU E-Mail Form or NHU Community Discussion Board, click the links below. <hr> <p> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" summary="This table provides links to various pages within the New Horizons Un-Limited (NHU) website. The links within this table bring you to the NHU homepage, web areas offering disability news, features that help you communicate with NHU staff and your community, and web pages that offer information on NHU and our initiatives."> <tr> <td nowrap rowspan=3 width=65><a href="index.html"><img src="newhorhm.gif" alt="Homepage icon" width="55" height="46" border="0" align=""></a></td> <td nowrap><a href="index.html"><b>Home</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="hotcat.html"><b>Disability News</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="nwsltr.html"><b>NHU Quarterly Newsletter</b></a></td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap><a href="shrknw.html"><b>Share Your Knowledge!</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="disboa.html"><b>NHU Community Discussion Board</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="eform.html"><b>E-mail Us</b></a></td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap><a href="missio.html"><b>About NHU</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="annfea.html"><b>Announcements and Features</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="donate.html"><b>Contribute</b></a>&nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="wnucat.html"><b>What's New?</b></a> &nbsp;/&nbsp; <a href="sitpla.html"><b>Site Plan</b></a> </td> </tr> </table> <hr> <i>&copy;&nbsp;Copyright 2007, New Horizons Un-Limited Inc.</i> <br><font SIZE="-1">[Originated January 31, 2007, Updated September 30, 2007]<br>NHU has no liability for content or goods on the Internet.</font> </body> </html>