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January 30, 2007

WHAT:
The UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute hosts “The Journey of the M.I.N.D. — A Promise for the Future” 2nd annual gala with special guest Montel Williams to celebrate the institute's contributions to understanding and treating neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism, fragile X syndrome, Tourette syndrome and learning disabilities. Gala proceeds benefit M.I.N.D. Institute research initiatives.

WHO:
Host of his own daily show for the past 16 years, Montel Williams is one of the most recognized talk show hosts on television. Recently, his show has focused on how to help children in need, including an episode on autism. In addition to a message from Williams, the evening includes gourmet dinner, cocktail hour, dancing with music by Busta-Groove and tours of the M.I.N.D. Institute.

WHEN:
Saturday, April 28, 6:30 p.m.

WHERE:
M.I.N.D. Institute
2825 50th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817

COSTS:
Tickets are $300 per person or $3,000 for tables of 10. Corporate sponsorships are also available. For more information or reservations, contact Terri Contenti, development officer, at (916) 703-0289 or e-mail: theresa.contenti@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu.

BACKGROUND:
In 1998, dedicated families concerned about autism helped found the UC Davis M.I.N.D. (Medical Investigation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders) Institute. Their vision? Experts from every discipline related to the brain working together toward a common goal: curing neurodevelopmental disorders. Since that time, collaborative research teams at the M.I.N.D. Institute have turned that initial inspiration into significant contributions to the science of autism, fragile X syndrome, Tourette syndrome, learning disabilities and other neurodevelopmental disorders that can limit a child's lifelong potential.