Project Info
- Name: READi Lab Early Childhood Autism Research
- Faculty Advisor: Wendy Stone
- Department(s): Psychology
- Area(s): Child Clinical, Developmental, Social and Personality
Contact Info
- Contact Person: Carol A Schubert
- Email: schubca@uw.edu
- Phone: (412) 551-3808
Description
The UW READi Lab conducts research on the early detection of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the provision of best-practice services for children and their families. READi Lab projects range from the longitudinal follow-up of toddlers with early signs of ASD, to the training of community-based providers in ASD detection and specialized service approaches. We conduct innovative, cutting-edge, and impactful research aimed at bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and the implementation of best practices within community settings.Current READi Lab projects include: developing a culturally-sensitive early screening measure for ASD; teaching birth-to-three providers to coach caregivers in strategies for improving social communication in toddlers; and examining child and caregiver outcomes.
We are looking for bright, motivated, and detail-oriented students who are hungry for experience and eager to learn about and contribute to the field of ASD research.