Latest News
April 2024
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April 25, 2024Study finds biomarkers for psychiatric symptoms in patients with rare genetic condition 22q
A new UC Davis study identifies biomarkers that could identify patients with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome who are more likely to develop schizophrenia.
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April 23, 2024New research suggests cerebellum may play important role in autism
New research funded by the National Institute of Mental Health will support UC Davis studies.
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April 16, 2024Lecture will highlight integrated school-home intervention for students with ADHD
Linda Pfiffner of UCSF will discuss the “Collaborative Life Skills Program,” which takes an integrated school and home approach to treating ADHD.
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March 2024
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March 21, 2024What is personalized medicine for neurodevelopmental conditions?
Neurologist Shafali Jeste of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles will share insights about personalized care for neurodevelopmental conditions as part of the MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer Series.
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March 19, 2024Medical student joins prominent research program at National Institutes of Health
A UC Davis medical student is one of just 52 from around the country selected for a yearlong research immersion program at the National Institutes of Health.
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March 08, 2024Lecture to focus on the relationship between gender diversity and autism
John Strang of Children’s National Hospital will present a talk about autism and gender diversity as part of the UC Davis MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer Series.
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February 2024
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February 15, 2024
‘Nothing holds him back’: Child born with 2 very rare conditions gets lifesaving care
17 surgeries later, 6-year-old boy runs on prosthetic legs and Paralympic dreams.
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February 02, 2024Care team and experimental drug help toddler regain mobility
A rare, genetic condition robbed a toddler of her mobility — until her diligent care team and an experimental drug brought it back.
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January 2024
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January 31, 2024Lecture to focus on antidepressants, pregnancy and neurodevelopment
Psychiatrist and researcher Jonathan Posner of Duke University will give a talk about antidepressants, pregnancy and neurodevelopment as part of the MIND Institute’s popular lecture series.
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January 23, 2024Mindfulness group now enrolling parents of children with autism, ADHD and more
Get Mindful, an online support and self-care group for parents of children with neurodevelopmental conditions, is now enrolling for a session that runs from February to April.
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January 10, 2024Loss of executive function may signal onset of neurodegenerative condition FXTAS
New UC Davis Health research finds that executive function challenges may signal the onset of fragile X-associated tremor-ataxia syndrome (FXTAS) in some FMR1 premutation carriers.
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January 04, 2024High folic acid and low B12 can affect fetal brain development in mice
High levels of folic acid or vitamin B12 deficiency can affect fetal brain development in mice, according to a new UC Davis study.
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December 2023
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December 13, 2023Can telehealth assessments identify infants more likely to be on the autism spectrum?
UC Davis researchers are recruiting infants ages 6-12 months for a new national telehealth study aimed at understanding which developmental delays could indicate autism or other conditions.
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December 01, 2023‘This data could help a kiddo 10 years from now’: Why one family takes part in Down syndrome research
A family who takes part in research at the UC Davis MIND Institute shares why they come back for study after study involving Down syndrome.
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November 2023
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November 29, 2023Life with 22q: Parents of twin girls with the genetic condition share their story
November is 22q awareness month. A Sacramento-area couple whose twin girls have the condition, known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, share their inspiring journey.
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October 2023
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October 25, 2023MIND Institute’s Fall Festival draws huge crowd
The UC Davis MIND Institute's annual trunk-or-treat event drew hundreds of families last weekend. The free, public event is geared toward individuals with autism, fragile X syndrome, Down syndrome and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
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October 19, 2023Lecture to focus on culturally grounded approach to supporting parents of autistic children
Leading autism advocate Camille Proctor, founder of The Color of Autism Foundation, to speak as part of UC Davis MIND Institute’s lecture series.
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October 12, 2023Study explores how changing autism traits are linked to mental health conditions
A study of autistic children ages 6-11 finds a relationship between changes in the intensity of autism traits and increases in mental health challenges.
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October 09, 2023UC Davis MIND Institute offers specialized COVID and flu vaccine clinic
The UC Davis MIND Institute is offering a specialized COVID and flu vaccine clinic for individuals with autism, Down syndrome and other neurodevelopmental disabilities this fall.
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October 06, 2023
MIND Institute hosts annual ‘Learning Together’ in-person Spanish conference Oct. 28
The MIND Institute and community partners are hosting “Learning Together” Oct. 28. The conference will be delivered in Spanish and focus on inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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October 06, 2023
El Instituto MIND anuncia la conferencia anual ‘Aprendiendo Juntos’ para el 28 de octubre, en persona y en español
El Instituto MIND y distintas organizaciones de la comunidad presentan “Aprendiendo Juntos” el 28 de octubre. La conferencia será en español y tratará la inclusión de individuos con discapacidades del desarrollo.
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October 04, 2023
ADHD FAQ: Symptoms, strategies to improve focus, medication shortages and more
October is ADHD Awareness Month. A UC Davis ADHD expert answers questions about symptoms, tips to improve focus and whether parents should get evaluated themselves after a child’s diagnosis.
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September 2023
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September 25, 2023UC Davis developing models to predict the excitability of brain neuronal circuits
Researcher Roy Ben-Shalom is developing a model that simulates changes in neuronal activity caused by ion channel mutations to select the most effective therapy for many neurodevelopmental conditions.
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September 25, 2023
MIND Institute Director Leonard Abbeduto to kick off Distinguished Lecturer Series
Outgoing MIND Institute Director Leonard Abbeduto will be the first speaker in the long-running Distinguished Lecturer Series. He’ll share lessons learned during his 12 years at the helm.
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September 18, 2023UC Davis MIND Institute announces Distinguished Lecturer Series lineup
The UC Davis MIND Institute’s new Distinguished Lecturer Series lineup includes renowned experts on race and autism, maternal mental health, ADHD interventions and more.
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September 06, 2023New study spotlights radiation exposure from medical imaging for children with Down syndrome
Down syndrome can mean more X-rays — and more radiation exposure — for children already at increased risk of cancer.
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September 01, 2023Record number of people attend MIND Institute Family Resource Fair
More than 350 people turned out for the UC Davis MIND Institute’s biggest back-to-school resource fair and picnic over the weekend.
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August 2023
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August 31, 2023First hybrid MIND Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities a success
More than 200 experts, community members, self-advocates, family members and more gathered to talk about inclusion at the MIND Institute’s Summer Institute last month.
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August 29, 2023MIND Institute director calls for new approach to equity in autism, fragile X research
MIND Institute Director Leonard Abbeduto has co-authored a paper in the American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities that calls for a paradigm shift in disability research.
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August 21, 2023MIND Institute gets $4.7 million NIMH grant to test autism intervention in community
Researchers in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the MIND Institute have received $4.7 million from the National Institute of Mental Health to test a child-focused autism intervention with community partners.
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Information for Journalists
Our public affairs office can help journalists identify experts and arrange interviews or photos. We can also provide background information or help you develop story ideas about the latest advances in understanding and treating challenges associated with neurodevelopmental disabilities such as autism, ADHD and more.
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UC Davis MIND Institute has experts in neurodevelopmental disabilities, such as autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Down syndrome, and fragile X syndrome.
To find an expert contact the MIND Institute's public information officer.
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Contact Public Affairs
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916-734-9118
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