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This initiative aims to build a multi-disciplinary, collaborative center for basic, clinical, and in

06/16/2026

Join us for the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) Research Center Fall Retreat on Tuesday, August 11th at the University of South Carolina’s Pastides Alumni Center.

This event will feature trainee and faculty science talks, community discussions, and networking opportunities focused on advancing autism and neurodevelopment research, education, and community engagement.

Make sure to Register by July 31, 2026.

Scan the QR code for more information and to register.

06/09/2026

Spring 2026 was a semester of growth, connection, and meaningful engagement for CAN.

This semester, CAN participated in and supported several impactful events, including the SCAND Conference, Autism Connect 2026, Discover USC, and Research Roundup. These opportunities allowed us to share research, strengthen community partnerships, and contribute to important conversations surrounding autism, neurodiversity, advocacy, and support.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to a successful semester. We are proud of the work accomplished this spring and look forward to continuing CAN’s mission in the semesters ahead.

06/02/2026

Today is the last day to register for Rooster Tales!

Rooster Tales is an inclusive summer drama camp for students ages 7-14 on the autism spectrum, offered through a collaboration between the USC Department of Theatre and Dance and the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Center.

Through theatre games, improv, role-play, movement, music, and imagination, campers will build confidence, practice social-emotional skills, and celebrate creativity in a supportive environment.

June 8–12 (ages 10-14)
June 15-19 (ages 7-10)
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Free thanks to support from the SC Arts Commission
Registration Deadline: Today, June 2

Spots are limited so register today by scanning the QR code!

05/26/2026

Calling all young actors!

Rooster Tales is an inclusive summer drama camp for students ages 7-14 on the autism spectrum, offered through a collaboration between the USC Department of Theatre and Dance and the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Center.

Through theatre games, improv, role-play, movement, music, and imagination, campers will build confidence, practice social-emotional skills, and celebrate creativity in a supportive environment.

Registration Deadline: June 2
June 8–12 (ages 10-14)
June 15-19 (ages 7-10)
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Free thanks to support from the SC Arts Commission

Spots are limited so register today by scanning the QR code!

05/19/2026

Applications have launched for the New Ideas Award, which provides early-stage support for exploratory projects that test novel hypotheses and open new conceptual or experimental directions in the study of autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders.

This opportunity is open to researchers with a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree and who hold a faculty position (or an equivalent role) at a college, university, medical school or other research facility.

Scan the QR code for more information and to apply.

05/12/2026

Research Roundup brought together students and researchers across both basic and human sciences for an evening of presentations, collaboration, and conversation.

From 10 engaging presentations and interdisciplinary discussion activities to updates from the CAN Executive Committee, the event highlighted the value of sharing ideas across fields. We also recognized seven presenters for outstanding flash talk performances.

Thank you to everyone who presented, participated, and helped make the event a success.

05/05/2026

Congratulations to Jake Arcement on being named a Fulbright Scholar!

A South Carolina Honors College senior and neuroscience major, Jake has embraced curiosity, creativity, and community throughout his time at USC, pushing boundaries in everything from experimental music to mental health advocacy.

The Fulbright Program will give him the opportunity to continue that impact on a global scale, supporting research, study, and cultural exchange around the world.

04/30/2026

CAN’s Research Roundup is right around the corner on May 5th, and we still have a few seats open to attend! Research Roundup is an annual event aimed to learn, network, and celebrate our community’s achievements.

Scan the QR code for more information and to register.

04/28/2026

CAN-Gratulations to all the CAN students who presented at this year’s Discover USC showcase! We loved hearing from more than 50 CAN affiliated presenters during the event!

04/23/2026

Join us tomorrow, April 24th from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for Discover USC! This annual showcase of research, scholarship, leadership and creativity features hundreds of presentations by the University of South Carolina’s outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, medical scholars and postdocs. The event will be held at the Columbia Convention Center and is open for anyone to come without registration.

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