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MIND Institute
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August 01, 2025Self-harm and autism: Hunting for clues about the challenging behavior
A UC Davis researcher is studying the brain mechanisms behind self-harm in profound autism.
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July 30, 2025$5.5 million federal grant to help researchers build tools for FXTAS treatment trials
UC Davis researchers are helping lead major new research to support clinical trials to treat the genetic condition fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome.
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July 23, 2025X chromosome switch offers hope for girls with Rett syndrome
Researchers developed a promising gene therapy that reactivates healthy but silent genes and could treat Rett syndrome.
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July 21, 2025What makes the human brain distinctive?
New research led by Prof. Megan Dennis found two genes linked to human brain features, which could lead to insights into brain functioning and evolution, as well as the roots of language disorders and autism.
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July 17, 2025UC Davis experts call for greater physician awareness and screening of fragile X-related conditions
During Fragile X Awareness Month, two MIND Institute researchers call for more screening of the genetic condition.
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July 02, 2025
Best Buddies interns celebrate graduation after completing inaugural program
Graduates marked the milestone with friends, family, supervisors and program leaders, opening the door for the next round of interns this August.
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June 12, 2025UC Davis program for students with intellectual disabilities graduates first class of students
The first graduating class of Redwood SEED Scholars is celebrating jobs and independence as they reflect on the past four years and the new adventure ahead.
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May 21, 2025Registration open for 2025 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Registration is open for the 2025 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, a conference where experts, families and advocates share research and resources.
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May 14, 2025New internship helps neurodivergent individuals work toward jobs in medical coding
Intern Sean Mini is thriving in a new paid medical coding internship specifically designed for neurodivergent individuals.
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February 28, 2025UC Davis researchers lead innovative work on KCNT1-related epilepsy
On this international Rare Disease Day, we highlight new efforts by UC Davis to advance research into KCNT1-related epilepsy, a rare neurodevelopmental condition.
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February 19, 2025New Chancellor’s Fellow studies what makes us uniquely human
Megan Dennis was awarded the 2024 Chancellor’s Fellowship for her outstanding research on brain and genomics and her excellence in teaching and outreach.
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February 03, 2025Popular speaker series to address Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s, autism research and more
The UC Davis MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer Series will feature a variety of topics about neurodevelopmental conditions in 2025.
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January 28, 2025New program improves surgery experience for neurodiverse kids
The hospital can be challenging for children who have autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. The PATH program aims to change that.
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January 17, 2025Playgroups where children with exceptional needs can ‘fully be themselves’
Children with exceptional needs such as autism, physical disability or chronic illness thrive in new playgroups.
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December 06, 2024
Top 10 questions about the UC Davis Redwood SEED Scholars Program
Applications are being accepted for the fall 2025 class of Redwood SEED Scholars, an inclusive program at UC Davis for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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November 13, 2024Community partners key to success of vaccine clinic focused on neurodevelopmental conditions
Community partnerships led to a specialized clinic delivering COVID and flu shots to individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions like autism at the MIND Institute.
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November 05, 20243 faculty honored for excellence in pediatric care
Three UC Davis Health faculty will be honored at the Western Medical Research Conference next year in Carmel.
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October 31, 2024The roots of fear: Understanding the amygdala
A new UC Davis study reveals new cell types in the amygdala. The findings may suggest new ways to treat anxiety.
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October 30, 2024Does fidgeting help people with ADHD focus?
During ADHD Awareness Month, a MIND institute expert shares the science behind the link between fidgeting and focus.
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October 28, 2024UC Davis Children’s Hospital provides life-saving care to Lodi baby
Ruthie Eyer was born with Down syndrome and a heart defect. Coming to UC Davis Children’s Hospital helped save her life.
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