Research

As a service to people recruiting for ASD-related research, we post studies that come to our attention that have been reviewed by ethics or internal review boards (IRBs). If you are considering participation, you should address any questions or concerns directly to the contacts listed, not ASA/OCC. As an organization, we do not endorse any specific research projects or methodologies. Studies will be added as we become aware of them - so visit this page often.

To submit a research project for consideration or to be notified of new research postings, please email your request to chapterinfo@asaoakland.org. Please include your name, email address and phone number.

University of Michigan Autism & Communication Disorders Center Genetics of Autism Study

The University of Michigan Autism and Communications Center is looking for families interested in helping research the genetic causes of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). See flyer for details of the study and the criteria for participation.

University of Michigan Bicycle Camp & Resarch Study

We are recruiting youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder between the ages of 9- 18 years old who would like to learn how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. Participants will be randomly assigned to participate in the bicycle camp in June of 2008 or the camp in June of 2009; the camps are at no cost to the participants. Various health-related measurements will be obtained prior to the June 2008 camp date.

The aim of the camp is to assist children and adolescents to learn how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle without training wheels. The children will be trained 75 minutes per day for 5 days on an individual basis with specially designed bikes that tip much slower than a typical bike. The bikes are adapted throughout the week according to the child's skill level.

If you are interested in participating in this study or have any questions please contact Megan MacDonald at meganmac@umich.edu or by phone 734.936.2607. All participants must enter the study by June 2008 to be considered for both the 2008 and 2009 camps. [More Info]