Let’s start a conversation about arranging matches for people with disabilities During Autism Acceptance Month, it’s time for us as a community to take the next giant leap and have a very open conversation about marriage. Avrohom (“Avromie”) Adler April 26, 2024
Haifa researchers: Autism linked to neuron development in embryos Accelerated growth of neurons associated with children on the spectrum. Pesach Benson July 31, 2023
Study links autism to gut-brain axis, opening doors for therapy Microbiome changes are a common characteristic associated with the condition. Pesach Benson July 11, 2023
One small step for brain chemistry One large leap for autism spectrum disorder? David Segaloff, MD, and Judith Segaloff May 31, 2023
Fourth Israeli hackathon develops tools for those with autism Rimon Tubin, the founder of HackAustism, tells JNS the Start-Up Nation ought to be able to aid those with disabilities. Howard Blas Feb. 14, 2023
TAU researchers develop experimental drug for autism and other syndromes The researchers identified mutations in a gene associated with autism and schizophrenia, which are believed to be responsible for thousands of cases of autism. Diana Bletter June 26, 2022
Israeli government approves 2 billion shekel disabilities law The legislation defines the official rights of people grappling with a range of disabilities. May 22, 2022
Israel’s President Rivlin hosts event in Jerusalem to mark World Autism Awareness Day “I am here, trying to explain in words, which are what my daughter does not have, what it means to be autistic,” said Lihi Lapid, an activist for children and adults with autism. March 24, 2019
National Autism Research Center opens at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev It will provide access to research for scholars seeking new treatment methods, create shared national databases and distribute information to decision-makers, health-care professionals and the general public. March 19, 2019
