The VT Center for Autism Research seeks to be a major force in promoting state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary research, both basic and applied, related to autism and associated neurodevelopmental conditions (referred to as Autism Spectrum Disorders, ASD). An ancillary aim is to support post-doctoral, graduate and undergraduate student training as it relates to promoting the research mission. Ultimately, we aim to use this research to improve the lives of people affected by autism.