Autism BrainNet Information

Autism BrainNet facilitates innovative, high-quality research on donated postmortem brain tissue with the goal of improving the understanding of the biological causes of autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions. Our Mission: Autism BrainNet works with researchers and the communities affected by autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions to develop a sensitive and effective strategy for acquiring postmortem brain tissue. The donations will produce a resource that facilitates the highest quality research into the causes of these conditions. The data generated will be shared to enable the development of treatments that improve the quality of life of individuals who are affected by them. Our Values: Autism BrainNet is committed to ensuring we are living up to our values of: -Transparency -Dedication to the highest quality research -Data sharing -Partnering with scientific, governmental and non-profit groups -Partnering with family-sponsored groups -Sensitivity to families touched by autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions -Ensuring a secure repository for the precious donations