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VCAI November workshop announced
Sep. 30, 2017—On November 17 at the Commons, the Vanderbilt Center for Autism and Innovation will host our first workshop, bringing together researchers from Vanderbilt to discuss their work in autism. To learn more, please visit our page, Vanderbilt Surprising Connections in Autism and Innovation.
Lecture about VCAI now available online
Sep. 14, 2017—The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center hosted a clinical and translational research lecture called “Introducing the Vanderbilt Center for Autism & Innovation.” The lecture can be view online through this link.
New Partner: Vanderbilt Kennedy Center
Sep. 6, 2017—Officials at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center have joined our growing list of partners. Although one of our team groups, TRIAD, is a part of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center, there are many programs and groups beyond TRIAD that work in the field of ASD, including research and community aid. To read more about our latest partners, view...
TennesseeWorks features our center on their website
Aug. 29, 2017—TennesseeWorks, one of our partners who specialize in elevating employment outcomes for people with disabilities, featured us on their website through a blog post, adding some Q&A at the end. To see this article, click this link.
VUBreakThru blog highlights VCAI launch
Aug. 28, 2017—The VUBreakThru blog featured an article and our introductory video on their website highlighting our successful launch at the Wond’ry. To see the post, click this link.
VCAI Showcase opens at the Wond’ry
Aug. 23, 2017—Participants interacted with a number of demos that highlighted Vanderbilt Autism research (John Russell/Vanderbilt University). The Vanderbilt Center for Autism and Innovation opened its showcase at the Wond’ry on August 22, 2017. Several demos were open, highlighting some of the research taking place at Vanderbilt University from center team members. A showcase will continue to...
Spectrum Pathways enters partnership with our center
Aug. 12, 2017—We’re proud and excited to welcome our latest partner, Spectrum Pathways. They focus on empowering young adults with autism through interactions with Vanderbilt students. Welcome!
VU BreakThru Blog features VCAI
Aug. 1, 2017—The VU BreakThru Blog, which features news about grants and research at Vanderbilt University to faculty and staff at the university, featured a post today about the Vanderbilt Center for Autism and Innovation. The post can be viewed here: Introducing the Center for Autism and Innovation.
Currey Ingram Academy joins our partnership
Jul. 6, 2017—Jane Hannah, assistant head of school for Academics and Programs at Currey Ingram Academy, spoke with members of our center today and pledged to become a partner. “We’re excited about (your new center) and we look forward to working with you,” she said. Currey Ingram Academy is a K-12 school that caters to individuals such...
Center for Autism & Innovation website goes live
Jun. 22, 2017—We are proud to launch this website of the Vanderbilt Center for Autism & Innovation. Follow us on your favorite social media platforms or check these pages to stay up-to-date on the activities of the Center.