Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre
Research projects
Researchers at the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre focus on both basic and applied research into the causes, nature and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as how to apply this knowledge to effective strategies for intervention. A current emphasis within the Centre is on the early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorders in infancy, and the use of these in the early identification of Autism Spectrum Disorders within community-based services.
The training of both La Trobe University students and community service providers, in the form of continuing education programs, is an important focus of OTARC. The overall aim is to build research capacity and to disseminate research findings into the community to foster evidence-based practice in understanding and treating Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Current Research Projects
The research undertaken within the Centre fall within three broad areas of Infancy, Biological Markers, and Social-Cognitive Development.
Read overviews of individual projects by clicking on the key areas listed below.
