The Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (whew, that’s a mouthful) has established an Autism Center. Under the direction of Michael Lewis, it will study biological and psychological aspects of Autism. The center will collaborate with several other organizations: Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, the Children’s Specialized Hospital, and Rutgers University.
The broad mission of RWJAC is to employ molecular and cell biology to understand the brain structure and function of children with autism, and then relate this knowledge to the behavior associated with autism spectrum disorder. Basic scientists from four fields will work both independently and in groups, along with clinicians, educators, and others involved in interventional outreach. The four research groups will be: the Brain and Behavior Group, the Genetics Group, the Pharmacology/Toxicology and Environmental Group, and the Cell Biology Group. The center will also have a Medical and Education Intervention Group.
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