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Autism research in 2026: Strong, despite funding uncertainty
Christine Wu Nordahl shares what’s next in autism research, following a gathering of the world's top experts in the field
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School of MedicineMARCH 26, 2026Two researchers elected as AAAS Fellows for shaping science of neurological conditions
Two UC Davis School of Medicine faculty members have joined a century-long legacy of distinguished UC Davis AAAS fellows.
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MIND InstituteMARCH 25, 2026New MIND Institute pathway connects HBCU students with research careers
The UC Davis MIND Institute is offering a summer research pathway program for students from Xavier University of Louisiana, a historically Black university.
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MIND InstituteFEBRUARY 24, 2026
‘I feel seen.’ One family shares their autism research experience
UC Davis’ “From Labs to Lives” effort highlights the human impacts of federally funded scientific research
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MIND InstituteFEBRUARY 12, 2026Exposure to intense wildfire smoke during pregnancy may be linked to increased likelihood of autism
A new study finds that exposure to intense wildfire smoke events during pregnancy may increase likelihood of autism diagnosis in children.
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School of MedicineFEBRUARY 04, 2026David J. Segal appointed chair of Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine
David J. Segal, known for advances in gene-editing technologies, has been appointed chair of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine.
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