Through innovative research, compassionate clinical care, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we are improving outcomes for children and families across the lifespan.
Advancing care, discovery, and education in autism and neurodevelopmental conditions
The Division of Autism and Neurodevelopment at Emory University School of Medicine is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through excellence in clinical care, research, education, and community engagement. By bringing together experts across disciplines, the division advances understanding of autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions and develops innovative approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and support.
Through its close partnership with the Marcus Autism Center, one of the nation's leading centers for autism care and research, the division provides access to comprehensive evaluations, evidence-based interventions, and groundbreaking research opportunities. Faculty, clinicians, researchers, and trainees collaborate to translate scientific discoveries into meaningful improvements in patient care.
The division's research portfolio spans the full continuum of neurodevelopment, with areas of focus including:
- Early identification and diagnosis
- Neurodevelopmental and biological mechanisms
- Communication and social development
- Intervention and treatment outcomes
- Implementation science and public policy
- Community-based and family-centered care
In collaboration with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Marcus Autism Center serves as the division's primary clinical and research partner, delivering specialized services to thousands of children and families each year while supporting education and training programs for the next generation of clinicians and scientists.
By integrating clinical excellence, innovative research, and professional education, the Division of Autism and Neurodevelopment is committed to advancing the understanding of autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions and improving outcomes for children across the lifespan.