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Our Members

Leadership and membership in the Consortium is both deep and broad.  It includes:

  • A committed Board of Directors with a broad base of experience—both as parents of children affected with related disorders and as leaders in life  science and related ventures.

  • Impressive research and clinical expertise through an inter-institutional and inter-disciplinary Steering Committee, led by Dr. James Gusella, Science Advisor.

  • Rigorous scientific oversight from a prestigious Scientific Advisory Board, led by Dr. Christopher A. Walsh.

  • Dedicated donors who have generously invested in the Autism Consortium model. 

  • An enthusiastic staff, led by Deirdre Phillips, Executive Director.

  • Teams of Autism Resource Specialists, led by clinicians, at each affiliated hospital.

  • Research Study Staff, specialized in Genetic Counseling, are located at Children's Hospital Boston.