Our lab was established to create knowledge about and advance our understanding of autism through research that brings value to families.
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We help families by connecting them with helpful resources through our clinical relationships, community partners, and educational offerings. Stay connected with us to learn what we are doing and how we can help you!
New Studies Now Enrolling!
Our lab has several new studies that are now enrolling participants. Visit the "Research Projects" section of our site to see what's happening!
SPARK Answers for Autism
If you or your child has a diagnosis of autism, we invite you to learn more about SPARK for Autism, the nation's largest ever autism research study.
Participation can be completed entirely online and from home.
Join Research PALs to Stay Informed!
We are seeking families and individuals interested in learning about opportunities to participate in autism research. See if your child, or your family qualifies for one of our currently enrolling or future studies by filling out the Research Participation Awareness List (PALs) Form.
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We host webinars on a wide variety of topics related to autism, bringing current and relevant information to families from our local community of experts.
Meet Our Team
Our research team works together on a number of projects and represents a variety of experiences and research interests.
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Kochel Lab
8080 N. Stadium Drive
Suite 100
Houston, TX 77054
Email: ASDresearch@bcm.edu