Welcome

A National Institutes of Health (NIH) Autism Center of Excellence, we are dedicated to ensuring that individuals on the spectrum reach their fullest potential, allowing society to benefit from the talents that neurodiverse individuals offer.  With support from Duke University, research grants and philanthropy, we deliver state-of-the-art interdisciplinary clinical care, conduct cutting-edge research, inspire and train the next generation of scientists and clinicians, and partner with the community to impact public policy. The Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development is a part of the Duke University School of Medicine and the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences.