Finding better ways to implement autism interventions in organizations
Official title: Identifying Effective Organizational Climate Embedding Mechanisms for Autism Interventions
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-10928747 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to help schools and mental health services better support children with autism by finding new strategies for leaders to improve how they use proven practices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | September 6, 2023 |
| Project end | September 5, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $41,695 |
| NIH project number | 5F31MH135638-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928747 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have autism or are older than 11 years may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how to effectively implement evidence-based practices for children with autism in various organizations, such as schools and mental health services. It utilizes data from previous trials to explore new strategies that can enhance the organizational climate and leadership involved in delivering these interventions. By focusing on climate embedding mechanisms, the study aims to identify tools that can help leaders improve the implementation of autism interventions. This approach seeks to address the challenges faced in providing effective support to autistic children.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective autism interventions being implemented in community services, improving outcomes for children with autism.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing evidence-based practices for autism, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rangel, Elizabeth — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Rangel, Elizabeth
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.