Overview
The UCSF IDDRC aims to leverage the collaborative and innovative excellence of its member investigators, the broader UCSF environment, and a network of thirteen other NICHD-funded IDDRCS to achieve real world gains in quality of life for individuals with IDDs.
Four research cores, overseen by a fifth administrative core, will work together synergystically, providing data, education, and other resources to their member investigators.
- Clinical Translation - Advancing the implementation of novel approaches to clinical assessments and studies through collaboration, optimized data acquisition, and education for clinically focused member investigators.
- Imaging and Neurophysiology - Fostering technical development through training and expanded neuroimaging capabilities, in order to provide novel insights into IDDRC projects and patient populations.
- Genetics and Genomics - Using cutting edge technology, providing insight into not only genetic etiologies, but focused investigation of single gene/genetic locus disorders, leading to genetic candidates for precision medicine.
- IDDRC Project - Identifying a novel biomarker for Autism Spectrum Disorder by linking neurodevelopmental outcomes, genetics, and neural circuits, thus transforming understanding of ASD pathophysiology.