Led by Jane Roberts, representing the Department of Psychology, and Jeff Twiss, from
the Department of Biological Sciences, this initiative strives to establish an interdisciplinary,
cooperative hub for advancing basic, clinical, and intervention research, as well
as education, focusing on autism and neurodevelopmental disorders at the University
of South Carolina
Mission: The mission of the CAN Research Center is to improve the health and well-being of
families and individuals with NDDs, including autism, intellectual disability, learning
disorders, and genetic syndromes (e.g., fragile X, Down Syndrome).
There is a massive need at every level. Pretty much everybody I meet has either direct or indirect experience with somebody with autism. It affects us in all areas, from education to economics.
Support CAN TodayHelp make a difference in the lives of those affected by autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. Make your gift today to the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Center Fund. Your donation will support students, alumni programming, faculty initiatives and other needs – enabling our mission to empower those with autism to live their best lives.
The University of South Carolina is focused on the brain. From autism and aphasia to Alzheimer’s and other related dementias, university researchers are working across several academic disciplines to better understand how the brain works and to develop solutions that will improve people’s health.
Learn about recent events sponsored by the CAN Research Center, Discover USC winners, an upcoming summer camp for autistic kids, the CANDi Lab, and more!
