Autism spectrum

Eighteenth edition of Fujio Cup Quiz won by Kasturba Medical College, India in the NCRM NICHE 2023 international stem cell meeting.

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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This press release features multimedia.

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  • This press release features multimedia.
  • Winners and finalists of Fujio Cup Quiz (FCQ), the “FCQ Elites” are qualified to nominate the candidates for the Edogawa NICHE Prize.
  • The inaugural prize in 2018 was awarded to Prof. James E. Till for discovery of stem cells, jointly with Prof. Ernest McCulloch.
  • NCRM NICHE team is progressing in research on implications of microgravity, synthetic chemical concoctions, and biological response modifiers, on cellular senescence and immune modulation to develop solutions, especially for rare diseases and unmet needs.

GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY PLANNED FOR SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CENTER ON WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 25TH

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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The new South Florida Autism Center is set to be constructed at 3751 West 108th Street, Hialeah, FL 33018, and will be located next to the South Florida Autism Charter School, which provides K-12 & Adult Schooling for those on the Autism Spectrum in the South Florida Region.

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  • The new South Florida Autism Center is set to be constructed at 3751 West 108th Street, Hialeah, FL 33018, and will be located next to the South Florida Autism Charter School, which provides K-12 & Adult Schooling for those on the Autism Spectrum in the South Florida Region.
  • Friends of South Florida Autism and its Board of Directors would like to invite the media & those who wish to be part of this long-waited day, alongside our prominent members of our community, to attend the event.
  • The South Florida Autism Center will be a facility that will provide services for all of South Florida, including Child Care, Early Intervention Programs, A Therapy Clinic, A Gym for the whole family, Swimming Programs, Recreational and Vocational Services for Adults (With training for jobs and job placement) and much more.
  • Friends of South Florida Autism provides support to South Florida Autism Center, South Florida Autism Charter Schools, and The Villages of South Florida Autism, so they can fulfill their missions of assisting individuals diagnosed with Autism who reside in South Florida.

Southeastern Grocers bolsters commitment to belonging, inclusion and diversity with new associate resource group championing people of all abilities

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231012784181/en/
    In support of Southeastern Grocers' ongoing commitment to BID and in celebration of the grocer's newly formed associate resource group – Mobility, Support, Accessibility and Inclusion in the Community (MOSAIC) – SEG proudly donated $5,000 to The Jericho School for Children with Autism.
  • Raymond Rhee, Chief People Officer for Southeastern Grocers, said, “Celebrating our diverse associates, customers and communities includes people of all abilities.
  • The grocer’s other associate resource groups include: Women’s Development Network, Emerging Leaders, SEG Pride, Pa’lante, African Americans FOCUS, ASPIRE, Military Families and Working Parents Network.
  • Through its continued commitment to belonging, inclusion and diversity, SEG also recently accepted applications from nonprofits throughout the Southeast for its 2023 Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant.

How MBTI® Type Relates to Neurodiversity in Developmental Contexts

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
Research report, ADHD, Autism spectrum, Personality, Risk, Organization, Dyslexia, Behavior, Neurodiversity, Workplace, Workforce, MBTI, OCD, Syndrome, Research, Management

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In 1999, Australian sociologist Judy Singer coined the term 'neurodiversity,' shedding light on the diversity of human minds. Today, it's increasingly recognized that neurodiversity is not only common, but essential to innovation and inclusivity. Organizations that overlook this diversity risk missing out on harnessing the full potential of their workforce and even risk facing legal consequences. To help companies interested in having their neurodiverse employees perform at their best, The Myers-Briggs Company has launched their research report MBTI® Type and Neurodiversity.

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  • Today, it's increasingly recognized that neurodiversity is not only common, but essential to innovation and inclusivity.
  • Organizations that overlook this diversity risk missing out on harnessing the full potential of their workforce and even risk facing legal consequences.
  • To help companies interested in having their neurodiverse employees perform at their best, The Myers-Briggs Company has launched their research report MBTI® Type and Neurodiversity .
  • Using the MBTI assessment to help neurodiverse people in developmental contexts is legitimate.

DispatchHealth Appoints Jennifer Webster as President, Bolstering Leadership Team

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
Organization, McKesson Corporation, Growth, Autism spectrum, General Electric, Six Sigma, Patient, Center for Autism and Related Disorders, GE, Management

DENVER, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DispatchHealth today announced Jennifer Webster as its new president, assuming a central leadership position key to charting a clear course toward a future marked by ongoing growth and innovation.

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  • DENVER, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DispatchHealth today announced Jennifer Webster as its new president, assuming a central leadership position key to charting a clear course toward a future marked by ongoing growth and innovation.
  • "Jennifer will play a pivotal role in shaping DispatchHealth's next chapter," said Dr. Mark Prather, co-founder, and CEO of DispatchHealth.
  • Jennifer is well-regarded in the healthcare industry for her energetic, results-driven leadership and exceptional ability to build strong teams and efficient organizations.
  • "I'm enthusiastic about joining the talented team at DispatchHealth and becoming part of an organization dedicated to transforming healthcare," said Webster.

Proof Positive Takes a Holistic Approach to Enhancing Autism Wellbeing and Education

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, Knowledge, Individualized Education Program, IEP, Student, Autism spectrum, Proof Positive (TV series), MPH, Happiness, Spectrum, Proof Positive, Teachers Pay Teachers, Psychology, MAPP, Management, Tutoring

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move toward improving the lives of individuals within the autism community, Proof Positive, a leading nonprofit advocate for wellbeing and positive psychology, is extending its efforts to bring wellbeing to the forefront of autism supports and services. Building on its mission to spread research about autism and positive psychology while providing valuable resources to educators and the autism community, Proof Positive is proud to announce two significant initiatives that address the intersection of these goals.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move toward improving the lives of individuals within the autism community, Proof Positive, a leading nonprofit advocate for wellbeing and positive psychology, is extending its efforts to bring wellbeing to the forefront of autism supports and services.
  • Building on its mission to spread research about autism and positive psychology while providing valuable resources to educators and the autism community, Proof Positive is proud to announce two significant initiatives that address the intersection of these goals.
  • Proof Positive's latest white paper, "Flourishing With Autism: The Case for Positive Psychology," explores the potential benefits of integrating positive psychology into autism intervention.
  • Proof Positive believes that happiness is a teachable skill and should be accessible to all, including educators and students with autism.

East End Resident with Autism Alleges Fair Housing Complaint Against Southampton Landlord, US Autism Homes

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Monday, October 9, 2023
Food, ADA, Parent, Family, NYS, Slice, Autism spectrum, Constructive eviction, Offence against the person, Discrimination, Complaint, United States district court, Transport, Tenant, House, Nature, Landlord, Credit tenant lease, The Hamptons, Housing, Disability, Causality, Spectrum, Property management

SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., Oct. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Donus v. US Autism Homes Inc. (2:23-cv-05838) was filed by Christian Killoran, attorney, on behalf of client, Dimitri Donus, a congenial 21-year-old man with autism after he was evicted 6 months early from his rental unit in Southampton, NY. According to Dimitri's parents, Dimitri was evicted after they raised concerns about his overnight safety, the home's appropriation of his government-issued funds, and requested a reasonable accommodation.

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  • According to Dimitri's parents, Dimitri was evicted after they raised concerns about his overnight safety, the home's appropriation of his government-issued funds, and requested a reasonable accommodation.
  • US Autism Homes brands itself as a "faith-based" not-for-profit utilizing a non-certified housing model, a term in the NYS OPWDD portfolio of services allowing qualified participants to receive a housing subsidy while self-directing additional individualized services.
  • "Non-certified housing is not what's commonly known as a group home.
  • The complaint, case #:2:23-cv-05838, is overseen by the US District Court for the Eastern District of NY (Nature of Suite/Civil Rights - Housing/Accommodations, Cause of Action - 42:405 Fair Housing Act)

2U Convenes Over 350 Academic and Industry Leaders for 2023 edX Global Forum

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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LANHAM, Md., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), the company behind global online learning platform edX, this week convened more than 350 attendees from over 150 institutions and 17 countries at the 2023 edX Global Forum. The invite-only event celebrated the impact of the more than 4,300 online courses and programs on the edX platform and brought together diverse voices in education, business, and the nonprofit sector to share expertise and insights on how high-quality online education can create a better future for all.

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  • Top voices share insights and expertise to create a better future through online education; Curtin University presented with 2023 edX Prize for Exceptional Contributions in Teaching and Learning
    LANHAM, Md., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), the company behind global online learning platform edX, this week convened more than 350 attendees from over 150 institutions and 17 countries at the 2023 edX Global Forum.
  • Leaders shared their vision for increasing access and affordability, innovating online education delivery, meeting the needs of today's learners, and training the workforce of the future.
  • "Our partnership is an important tool in our toolkit, and my job is to give our team access to the world's best tools and resources."
  • "The future is in the hands of our students," said Barbara Snyder during a panel discussing the essential mission of the university.

Autism Learning Partners' Chief Clinical Officer offers a framework for compassion in Autism services

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
ABA, Speech, Behaviorism, Compassion-focused therapy, ALP, BCBA, Research, Applied behavior analysis, Disability studies, Compassion, BAP, Manuscript, Spectrum, Springer, Unified Diagnostic Services, Environment, Residential care, Nursing, Surveying, Autism spectrum, Behavior

MONROVIA, Calif., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ALP strives to give hope, support, and paths of progress for children and their families living with Autism and related disorders. The leaders of ALP's clinical teams are diverse in experience and backgrounds, but share one thing in common: an unyielding passion for helping families with Autism live more fulfilling lives. As ALP's Chief Clinical Officer, Kristine Rodriguez, MA, BCBA, leads ALP's training, research, clinical development, and client outcome initiatives. She has published peer-reviewed journal articles and invited book chapters on such topics as cultural responsiveness, telehealth, Acceptance and Commitment Training, neurodiversity affirming ABA, best practices in ABA for adult clients, and compassion-focused care.

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  • Autism Learning Partners (ALP), a national leader that specializes in the treatment of autism and other developmental disabilities is pleased to celebrate the publication of a paper co-authored by Kristine Rodriguez, MA, BCBA, ALP's Chief Clinical Officer.
  • The paper, Compassion in Autism Services: A Preliminary Framework for Applied Behavior Analysis, co-authored by Jonathan Tarbox and Courtney Tarbox, was published in Behavior Analysis in Practice earlier this year.
  • As ALP's Chief Clinical Officer, Kristine Rodriguez, MA, BCBA, leads ALP's training, research, clinical development, and client outcome initiatives.
  • The BAP article, Compassion in Autism Services: A Preliminary Framework for Applied Behavior Analysis, focuses on the practical application of compassion-focused ABA.

Autistic-Led Organizations Receive Grants from NEXT for AUTISM

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NEXT for AUTISM, the leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the national landscape of services for people with autism by strategically designing, launching, and supporting innovative initiatives, announces its 2023 Color the Spectrum grant award recipients. This year, NEXT awarded more than $150,000 to seven autistic-led organizations across the U.S. All seven programs support adult transition in one of the following three areas: home, work, or social.

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  • "Each of the seven autistic-led organizations we are funding this year have developed creative programs that fill gaps in services for adults with autism."
  • Michelle O'Connor Teklinski, Chief Program Officer, NEXT for AUTISM
    "Each of the seven autistic-led organizations we are funding this year have developed creative programs that fill gaps in services for adults with autism," shared Michelle O'Connor Teklinski, Chief Program Officer, NEXT for AUTISM.
  • Since 2008 NEXT's grants program has funded more than 350 projects throughout the U.S., impacting 100,000 autistic individuals.
  • To connect with a member of the NEXT for AUTISM team, email [email protected] or call 212-759-3775.