Identifying brain-based subtypes of autism spectrum disorder
Official title: A mega-analysis framework for delineating autism neurosubtypes
Funded at Child Mind Institute, INC. · NIH-11015027 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to better understand autism by grouping people with similar brain connections, which could help create more personalized treatments for those with autism.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Child Mind Institute, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $618,109 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH133334-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11015027 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children and adolescents aged 6 to 18 years who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or are neurotypical.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 6 to 18 years or those without a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by identifying specific brain-connectome-based subtypes. By analyzing large datasets of neuroimaging and clinical information, the researchers will categorize individuals with ASD into distinct groups based on their brain connectivity patterns. This approach seeks to address the variability in ASD symptoms and characteristics, potentially leading to more tailored and effective treatments. The study will utilize existing data from multiple large-scale autism research databases to ensure a robust analysis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized treatment strategies for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using neuroimaging data to identify subtypes of autism, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Child Mind Institute, INC.
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Di Martino, Adriana — Child Mind Institute, INC.
- Study coordinator: Di Martino, Adriana
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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.