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Spectrum: Autism Research News

Take a look back at the most important developments in autism research in 2012, including notable papers, top techniques, major controversies and predictions for the future.

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Notable papers of 2012

by  /  20 December 2012

Among a wealth of exciting research, ten sets of papers made an impact this year.

Director’s column: 2012 in review

by  /  20 December 2012

SFARI director Gerald Fischbach comments on the year’s most notable papers.

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Drugs in development for autism

by  /  20 December 2012

A look at various drugs attempting to address autism and their stages of development.

Hot topics in 2012

by  /  20 December 2012

New candidate genes, drugs in development and diagnostic debates were just a few of the themes that garnered intense interest this year.

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Top tools and techniques of 2012

by  /  20 December 2012

2012 saw many new exciting — and often colorful — technical advances, ranging from tools that build brains from the cell up to robots that can replace neuroscientists.

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Most-viewed articles of 2012

by  /  20 December 2012

A list of the ten stories that most caught our readers’ attention this year.

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Top quotes of 2012

by  /  20 December 2012

The top quotes of 2012.

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Predictions for 2013

by  /  20 December 2012

Take a look through SFARI.org’s crystal ball to predict major developments in autism research in 2013.

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What stood out to you in 2012?

by  /  20 December 2012

We packaged the year’s research highlights from our vantage point. What advances stood out to you in 2012? And where do you see the field going?

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