Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC)
Autism Research Database (AFD)
| Project Element | Element Description |
|---|---|
Project TitleProject Title |
Simons Variation in Individuals Project (VIP) Site |
Principal InvestigatorPrincipal Investigator |
Hanson, Ellen |
DescriptionDescription |
The Simons Foundation has funded five university-based medical centers to identify and study a large number of individuals (~200 families within two years) with a recurrent genetic variation (deletion or duplication of segment 16p11.2) that increases their risk of developing autism spectrum and other neuro�developmental disorders. The immediate goal is to identify medical, cognitive, neural and behavioral profiles shared by this genetically identified group. Families are recruited through web-based networks or referral by clinical genetic centers or testing laboratories. Extensive psychological and neurological testing and neuroimaging with a uniform protocol will take place at the collaborating medical centers. |
FunderFunder |
Simons Foundation |
Funding CountryFunding Country |
United States |
Fiscal Year FundingFiscal Year Funding |
0 |
Current Award PeriodCurrent Award Period |
2010-2016 |
Strategic Plan QuestionStrategic Plan Question |
Question 3: What Causes ASD, and Can Disabling Aspects of ASD be Prevented or Preempted? |
Funder’s Project LinkFunder’s Project Link |
External Project Page
|
InstitutionInstitution |
Boston Children's Hospital |
Institute LocationInstitute Location |
United States |
Project NumberProject Number |
206876 |
Government or PrivateGovernment or Private |
Private |
History/Related ProjectsHistory/Related Projects |
Simons Variation in Individuals Project (VIP) Site |
118142
| 2010 |
198677
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