The Simons Simplex Collection

Purpose

To search for the causes of autism. Researchers at 11 sites in North America will collect DNA samples from families with just one child affected by an autism spectrum disorder. This valuable data will be available to the best scientific minds in the world to search for clues that will lead to important breakthroughs.

What is the purpose of this study?

Criteria for participation

• One child with autism spectrum disorder, age five or older,
• One or more siblings without ASD, age 4 or older,
• Both biological parents who are willing to participate.

Contacts

Monika Lau
(203) 785-3488