Lord Lab

Semel Institute

Lord Lab

Understanding and supporting autistic individuals across the lifespan.

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Our Research

The Lord Lab studies autism spectrum disorder across the lifespan, with a focus on developing and refining diagnostic tools, understanding social communication and behavior, evaluating interventions, and improving long-term outcomes for autistic individuals and their families.

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Our Team

Our team of researchers and clinicians works together to study autism across the lifespan. Led by Dr. Catherine Lord, co-developer of multiple diagnostic assessments, we are united by a commitment to rigorous science and meaningful impact for autistic individuals and their families.

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