A New Generation
of Autism Research
Begins Here.
The Next Gen Sibs Project provides resources and support to new parents through science.
What is the Next Gen Sibs Project?
The Next Gen Sibs project is a multisite research study exploring how autism traits run in families. Past research shows that kids who have an older sibling on the spectrum have a higher likelihood of being diagnosed with autism themselves. Now, we’re branching further out on the family tree to look at kids whose parents have a sibling with autism.
By tracking this “Next Generation” from infancy for the first time, we hope to gain more insight into early signs of autism, how it affects families over generations, and how we can best support these families and kids as they grow.
How to Get Involved
We are recruiting families with infants 12 months old and younger, or who are expecting a baby. At least one of the baby’s biological parents must have a sibling diagnosed with autism.
If you qualify, you and your baby will have check-ins every six months either at a research site near you or virtually through telehealth
Learn the Science
This PDF highlights recent findings on the recurrence of autism in families, including how risk varies by child’s sex and family history. The summary includes key insights from studies conducted by leading autism research teams across the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
Recurrence Rates In Siblings
Understand how often autism is diagnosed in later-born children within affected families.
Recurrence Rates In Other Relatives
See how uncles or aunts with autism impact a child’s chances of being diagnosed.
Inheritance Patterns
Understand how autism risk differs between maternal and paternal family history.
Research Review
Alison Singer summarized the findings of studies which have examined recurrence rates in nieces and nephews of those with autism, depending on sex of child and what side of the family the autistic relative is on.
The Next Generation Siblings Project is Proudly Supported by:
Participating Locations for The Next Generation Siblings Project
This Project is Enrolling Expecting Parents, or New Parents, Who Have a Sibling With Autism.
If your baby is 12 months or younger, you may be eligible to join this groundbreaking project.