Kochel Lab for Clinical Autism Research at BCM

10/14/2026

Recruiting is still going on for this new research study!

Who can participate? Primary caregivers who are the main food decision-makers for a child aged 6 to 12 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

Sign up link: https://bit.ly/4alrkTy

10/12/2026

REMINDER to RSVP for our October SPARK Lunch & Learn!

When: Saturday, October 17th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Houston Museum of Natural Science - Sugar Land (13016 University Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479)

RSVP: scan the QR code below or click this link https://redcap.link/axhiug9w

If you have any questions, email [email protected]

We hope to see you there!

10/09/2026

Are you considering applying to behavioral health care graduate school programs?

Then join this free webinar on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:00pm-6:30pm CDT.

A panel of behavioral health students and faculty will share their experiences and insight on applying to and thriving in graduate school.

Register NOW using the QR code below!

10/07/2026

The University of Washington and the University of Iowa are hosting a virtual seminar on speech in autism and 16p11.2 deletion syndrome on Tuesday, October 13th.

Dr. Carly Demopoulos, PhD, from the University of California, San Francisco, will present “Speech Motor Control Phenotypes in Autism and 16p11.2 Deletion Syndrome” as part of the Advancements in Research and Clinical Care for 16p11.2 Genetic Syndromes series.

🗓️ October 13
🕕 6–7 p.m. Eastern time
💻 Online via Zoom

The session includes a presentation, moderated discussion, and audience Q&A.

👉 RSVP here: https://redcap.link/CTCSeries
The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants

10/06/2026

Help improve water safety for children with autism!

We are looking for parents to join our advisory committee to share their perspectives and help guide efforts to keep children with autism safe around water.

Interested in getting involved? Check out the flyer below for details and how to sign up. Please share this post to help us spread the word!

10/05/2026

REMINDER to RSVP for our October SPARK Lunch & Learn!

When: Saturday, October 17th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Houston Museum of Natural Science - Sugar Land (13016 University Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479)

RSVP: email your full name, email address, and phone number to [email protected]

If you have any questions, email [email protected]

We hope to see you there!

10/02/2026

October Pal of the Month: Rusty
Type of Breed: Vizsla
Age: 5
Fun Fact: Rusty loves to run, go on long walks, pretend to hunt squirrels, and be as close as possible to his human family.

Do you have a pet "pal" who would like to be featured as a Research PAL of the month, or are you currently looking for a "pal"? Complete our form to submit information about your PAL to be featured: https://redcap.link/icf4mbf0

09/28/2026

Do you or someone you know self-identify as Latino/a/e/x/ Hispanic and self-identify as autistic, has an autism diagnosis, or has no autism diagnosis (must be 18+)?

Take part in this anonymous survey study that is studying the risk factors for su***de ideation and behaviors and the mental health of Latino/a/e/x/ Hispanic autistic and non-autistic adults.

You will be entered into a raffle to win a $30 Amazon gift card

How to take part? Scan the QR code below or click this link: https://utrgv.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BOGyZgmmLi7Q8K

Any question? email [email protected] or [email protected]

09/25/2026

We are looking for parents to join a family panel for our upcoming SPARK Lunch & Learn on October 17th!

We will first hear from our speaker, Dr. Miao Li, about Supporting Multilingual Autistic Children at Home and School, and the family panel will follow with discussion and questions.

We'd love to hear your experiences and insights. If you are interested in being part of the conversation, see flyer below for more details

Email [email protected] with any questions or interest in joining.

09/23/2026

FREE online Autism Parenting Summit, hosted by Autism Parenting Magazine

Registration is free for parents, caregivers, and professionals, and the program includes speakers such as Dr. Temple Grandin, Dr. Ross Greene, and many more!

When: October 9-12 (once you sign up, the event agenda will be emailed to you)

Register at this link:

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