MSU Neurodevelopment & Health Research Group

05/04/2026

Most newborns receive a hearing test before leaving the hospital. Nicole Talge, PhD, is studying whether those tests could help signal early risk of autism spectrum disorder.

“This is just the starting point. We hope that our work helps improve access to services that come with an earlier diagnosis and promote the health and wellbeing of children and their families in the process.”

07/02/2024

Hope that everyone is having a great summer!

We wanted to let you know that our friends at the PLAY'D Lab at MSU (https://education.msu.edu/kin/playdlab/) are enrolling middle school or high school-aged children with autism spectrum disorder or a physical disability in their FREE summer/fall physical activity and nutrition program!

They will offer in-person exercise and nutrition sessions once a week for 10 weeks and will provide the exercise equipment (which you can keep when finished) and groceries.

If you are interested in enrolling in this program (soft start date: Aug 2024), please complete the following survey: tinyurl.com/MSUAONE

10/14/2023

Hope that you are all enjoying the Fall season!

We wanted to draw your attention to an opportunity to join Project ImPACT at Michigan State University. Project ImPACT is an evidence-based and effective training program for parents tha supports social communication skill development among children with ASD and/or social communication challenges. Participation can be either in-person at MSU (East Lansing) or online.

Please see the Project ImPACT page for more information: https://www.project-impact.org/ Families interested in joining the fall 2023 group have until Oct 18 to enroll!

Project ImPACT is recognized as one of the most effective coaching programs for parents of young children with autism and related social communication delays. Project ImPACT teaches parents strategies they can use to help their child develop social, communication, imitation, and play skills during d...

10/14/2023

Hope that you are all enjoying the Fall season!

We wanted to draw your attention to an opportunity to join Project ImPACT at Michigan State University. Project ImPACT is an evidence-based training program for parents that supports social communication skill development among children with ASD and/or social communication challenges. Participation can be either in-person at MSU (East Lansing) or online. Please see the Project ImPACT page for more information: https://www.project-impact.org/ Families interested in joining the fall 2023 group have until Oct 18 to enroll!

Project ImPACT is recognized as one of the most effective coaching programs for parents of young children with autism and related social communication delays. Project ImPACT teaches parents strategies they can use to help their child develop social, communication, imitation, and play skills during d...

12/05/2022

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services are hosting virtual baby fairs! This is a great opportunity for new and expecting parents to learn about health and safety information and resources. You can get more information and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-baby-fair-tickets-446197848777?utm_campaign=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Check it out - the first virtual baby fair is TOMORROW!

Are you a new or expecting parent? Join us for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet!

11/09/2022

We'd like to share a research participation opportunity from our colleagues at the Sensorimotor Development Lab! Please feel free to contact them at [email protected] with any questions or interest in participating.

10/10/2022

The MSU STRIDE Center was recently established to offer training and support for individuals with disabilities from underserved communities, as well as their families and other stakeholders.

Please join them in celebrating the GRAND OPENING of this amazing center to learn more about the services, resources, and training opportunities STRIDE will provide and how to become involved!

Join us at the STRIDE Center's Open House on 10/28 from 2-4 PM! We hope to see you there! Please rsvp using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/Y0cp3ZkwC5

06/28/2022

Are you ready to get you young child vaccinated? MSU and Ingham County Health Department are hosting pediatric COVID vaccine clinics on July 1 and July 29 at the Breslin Center! Link to register and more information below:

The clinics are among the first in the area to offer pediatric vaccinations for children 6 months to 5 years following recent federal approval for these age groups.

06/02/2022

The Biden-Harris Administration is working to ensure that infant formula is safe and available for families across the country. For information, tips and resources on locating baby formula, visit: HHS.gov/formula

05/09/2022

Be sure to talk with your baby's pediatrician to discuss options if you are running low on formula

​Shortages of infant formulas have occurred in some stores, mostly due to pandemic-related supply chain issues and a recent large-scale recall of contaminated products. Read on for tips for families struggling to find infant formula.

02/11/2022

Great news! We are recruiting for the Early Hearing Study again!
If you are expecting or have a newborn (with an older sibling) and are interested in learning more about what participation looks like, please fill out the secure interest form here:
https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_diNgssAHGKFkyyO

**For your and your baby's safety, we continue to follow COVID-19 safety precautions at the study visit, such as masks and sanitization**