💡 AUTISM FUNDING BOOST: WHAT IT MEANS FOR RESEARCH!

Great news for the autism community! Congress has allocated nearly $400 million in federal funding for autism research, programs, and services in FY2026 under the Autism CARES Act! This includes increases for HRSA, CDC, and NIH, focusing on spectrum-inclusive and transparent research.

✅ Expect to see more advancements in understanding autism therapies, early intervention, the gut-brain connection, biomarkers, genetics, and even profound autism.

📌 Keep an eye out for webinars from the Autism Research Institute (ARI) starting in January 2026, covering topics like GI symptoms and behavior, genetics, and metabolomics for diagnostics.

🔗 https://autism.org/2026-resear....ch-updates-gi-sympto

🌟 This funding will fuel vital work to improve the lives of autistic individuals and their families. What research areas are you most excited to see progress in?

💬 What research areas are you most excited to see progress in? Share your thoughts below!