PRISMA
PRECISION MEDICINE IN AUTISM
PRISMA
PRECISION MEDICINE IN AUTISM
Welcome! We are a University of Alberta initiative integrating research, clinical care, education, and community engagement to advance precision medicine in autism and neurodevelopmental conditions. Here you can explore our initiatives, research projects, and resources and get to know us a little better.
Our Precision Medicine in Autism (PRISMA) group aims to understand the unique strengths and challenges of people with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions in the context of rare genetic changes that can be found in up to 1 in 3 individuals with these diagnoses.
Prisms are wonderful objects: simple yet elegant pieces of glass that can take a single stream of light and transform it into a beautiful spectrum of colors. By separating light into its many components, a prism can help illuminate dark places and allow us to see the way more clearly.
In a similar way, our work uses genetics to reveal the diverse biological pathways that influence neurodevelopment and health.
By bringing together research, clinical care, education, and community engagement, we focus on creating a comprehensive strategy to improve the healthcare of people with psychiatric conditions stemming from rare genomic disorders.
The research group is led by Daniel Moreno De Luca, MD, MS, CASA Research Chair and Associate Professor at the University of Alberta. The name “PRISMA” also reflects our commitment to diversity, as “prisma” is the Spanish word for prism.
Why PRISMA?
Let’s Get Started! Understanding Autism, Genetics, & Genetic Testing - PRISMA Library of Life
Meet Bo, DiNA, and their friends as they explore how genetics helps us better understand autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions. The PRISMA Library of Life video is a key educational resource within our implementation science initiatives. Co-designed with our colleagues from the autism community, it is aimed for people on the autism spectrum, families, clinicians, and the broader community, and helps explain key concepts such as autism, genetics, and genetic testing in a clear and accessible way.
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Participate in our studies
Study on Attitudes, Perceptions & Results About Genetic Testing for Autism
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We are enrolling children and adults diagnosed with autism, as well as physicians who provide care to individuals on the autism spectrum in Alberta.
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What participation involves: Online survey (~20 minutes) -Optional interview
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Incentive for your participation
A Genomic Approach to Precision Medicine for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Conditions"
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We are enrolling children and adults who have had diagnostic genetic testing that showed a deletion or a duplication in chromosome 17q12 to understand how genetics can impact their healthcare. Click below for more details.