Understanding Language and Thinking Skills in Girls with Autism or Fragile X Syndrome
Language and Executive Function in Females with ASD or FXS
This project aims to better understand how language and thinking skills develop in girls with autism or Fragile X syndrome, two groups that are not often included in research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11141252 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on understanding the unique ways language and executive functions, which are important thinking skills, develop in girls with autism or Fragile X syndrome. Researchers want to identify both the similarities and differences between these two groups of girls. By learning more about these patterns, we hope to create better support and educational plans tailored to their specific needs. This work is especially important because girls with these conditions are often overlooked in research, and understanding their development can lead to more effective treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for future related studies might be females aged 0-12 years old with a diagnosis of Autistic Disorder or Fragile X Syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients who are male or do not have Autistic Disorder or Fragile X Syndrome would likely not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to more personalized and effective educational and clinical support for girls with autism or Fragile X syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: While research on males has identified overlaps and distinctions in FXS and iASD, this specific comparison in females, particularly regarding language and executive functions, is less explored.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sterling, Audra Marie — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Sterling, Audra Marie
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 below.