DOD-CDMRP Autism Research Program: Idea Development Award

Supports the development of innovative, high-impact ideas that advance the understanding of ASD and that lead to improved outcomes. Applications in the following areas are encouraged:
- Studies that lead to improved sub-grouping of individuals with autism spectrum disorders to inform on the mechanisms, natural history, and response to treatment;
- Identification of therapeutic targets, excluding new gene discovery;
- Studies that leverage existing biological samples, clinical populations, and databases to provide power to test ideas;
- Studies that address co-morbid conditions in school-age children, adolescents, and adults;
- Multi-disciplinary collaborations between groups are encouraged.
Funding: $375,000 over 3 years.