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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR): Transforming autism research, training and care -- improving lives via Open Science

Autism is a complex multifaceted group of conditions, described by the umbrella term autism spectrum disorder.

Understanding neurodevelopmental conditions like autism require a comprehensive approach -- this is where ACAR comes in:

OUR MISSION

Our goal is to improve the lives of autistic individuals, people with related neurodevelopmental conditions, and their families by:Ìý

  • Better understanding the mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism
  • Developing new diagnostic tools and effective interventions through transformative translational research
  • Training existing and new generations of fundamental and clinical researchers
OUR VISIONÌý

To be a world-leading research centre that improves the lives of autistic people and their families

OUR VALUES

We are committed to:

  • Realizing opportunities for successful community inclusion in all aspects of our work
  • Research excellence and integrity in theÌýspirit of Open Science, collaboration and accountability

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The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)Ìýis a bilingual academic healthcare institution. We are aÌýÆ»¹ûÒùÔº research and teaching institute; delivering high-quality patient care, as part of the Neuroscience Mission of the Æ»¹ûÒùÔº Health Centre.ÌýWe areÌýproud to be a Killam Institution, supported by the Killam Trusts.

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