RESEARCH STUDIES
The following are research opportunities for Autistic Individuals and their families to participate in.
Participate in Research
UF CAN Behavior and Therapy Studies
Genetic Studies
Additional Research Opportunities
Research Programs
Behavior Analysis Research Clinic (BARC)
The purpose of BARC is to improve the functioning of individuals with disabilities in order for them to live productively.
Anita Zucker Center For Excellence in Early Childhood Studies
The Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies is an interdisciplinary center at the University of Florida. Our work is dedicated to advancing knowledge, policy and practices in early childhood studies.
McKnight Brain Institute
Our investigators hope their research will make a difference for those who suffer from disorders of the brain including neurodegenerative diseases, brain cancers, addictive and psychiatric diseases, stroke, acute spinal cord injuries and brain injuries as well as memory loss associated with normal aging.
In THE NEWS…
Constipation in the Autistic Pediatric Population
In a study published by the World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics in 2021, it is stated that one of the most common gastrointestinal conditions noted in children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is chronic constipation…
5 Ways to Promote Exercise in Children with Autism
Exercise is the basis of a healthy lifestyle for children as it increases bone strength, maintains a healthy metabolism, and aids cardiovascular fitness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends children and adolescents should have at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day…
Tackling Pediatric Feeding Disorders with Cultural Compassion
Vivian Ibañez understands the power of food. It’s a vital element for survival, but it’s more than mere sustenance. It serves as a cultural anchor, shaping identity and fostering a sense of belonging. Immigrants, including Ibañez, often find food to be a stabilizing force, offering a powerful pathway back to their roots…
Research Partners
C.O.A.R.D
The Center for OCD, Anxiety, and Related Disorders (COARD) is an interdisciplinary group of researchers and clinicians who conduct clinical and transnational research in obsessive compulsive and anxiety disorders at the University of Florida
UF Movement Disorders and Neurorestoration Program
The UF Health Movement Disorders & Neurorestoration Program is founded on the philosophy that integrated, interdisciplinary care is the most effective approach for patients with movement disorders.