The Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development - an NIH Center of Excellence - is dedicated to helping each individual with autism and related developmental disabilities reach his or her full potential. We provide exceptional, compassionate care to families, conduct cutting-edge research, train & inspire the next generation of scientists, and partner with the community to impact policy and improve the lives of individuals with ASD and their families. We are clinicians and scientists who work in partnership with people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related disabilities, their families, advocates, community groups, service providers, and policy makers to accomplish our goals. The Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development is part of the Duke University School of Medicine and the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences, whose mission is to conduct research that transforms our understanding of brain function and translates into innovative solutions for health and society