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![Autistic child wearing headphones while painting with mother.]( "Identifying autistic children early and providing intervention improves developmental outcomes for many. However, there are not nearly enough specialists to diagnose and provide care for many children identified with autism. Therefore, Rebecca McNally Keehn and Jordan Huskins are developing ways to build the capacity of community primary care clinicians to provide this support in local communities. | By Alexis Scholtz – istock.com")
The path to early identification and intervention in autism
Research shows that early intervention allows for greater developmental benefits for autistic children and Rebecca McNally Keehn, PhD and Jordan Huskins, MD, are working to ...
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![The award provides mentorship, funding and more to early-career faculty developing impactful studies in cardiovascular and related fields. Photo courtesy Chaowapong Jarasvaraparn.]()
Mentorship and curiosity lead to American Heart Association Career Development Award
The AHA Career Development Award will support Chao Jarasvaraparn's research on children with Fontan-associated liver disease.
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![Marciana Laster standing in a hospital clinic wearing white coat]()
Pediatric kidney doctor encourages young people to pursue medical careers through her work inside and outside the hospital
Marciana Laster uses her passion for advancing kidney care to spark kids' interest in the medical field.
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![Reuben Kapur and Santhosh K. Pasupuleti looking over a document in the lab]()
Two-pronged strategy targets core survival systems in treatment-resistant blood cancer
IU researchers have identified a new treatment strategy for acute myeloid leukemia by targeting the blood cancer's survival systems.
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![Andrew Schwaderer speaking with colleagues Michelle Star and David Haines at Riley Hospital for Children]()
IU research brings kidney stone care into a new era
Kidney stone rates are increasing worldwide, but treatments have remained the same for over 50 years. New efforts led by IU researchers aim to change ...
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IU neurofibromatosis specialist named ASCI Young Physician-Scientist awardee
Steven Rhodes has been honored with the ASCI Young Physician-Scientist Award, which recognizes his dual commitment to advancing NF1 research and providing exceptional care to ...
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![Dr. Jason Chu performing surgery in the OR]()
IU neurosurgeon revolutionizing hydrocephalus care for children with innovative research
Jason Chu is part of a team of researchers in the Department of Neurological Surgery leading efforts to develop new, safe therapies for patients of ...
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IU blood cancer researcher receives 2026 ASH Scholar Award
Kate Ho received the 2026 ASH Scholar Award for her commitment to blood cancer research. Her work focuses on finding innovative therapies for patients with ...
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Groundbreaking research by two IU School of Medicine graduates led to advancement of sickle cell anemia treatment
Two IU School of Medicine graduates carried out groundbreaking research that pinpointed what triggered the sickling of cells for sickle cell anemia and reported their ...
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![Wade Clapp poses in a hallway at the cancer center, wearing a navy suit]()
Leader in medical innovation: Longtime chair of pediatrics fosters spirit of discovery at IU
Wade Clapp has grown expertise in the Department of Pediatrics while conducting his own groundbreaking research in neurofibromatosis. He is now senior associate dean for ...
