Mitochondrial Encephalopathies: Potential Relationships to Autism?

This workshop will convene 11 experts in mitochondrial disorders or autism to discuss how the neurology of mitochondrial disorders might inform autism research. In particular, the workshop will address the implications for autism research of topics such as neurological features of mitochondrial disorders, current understanding of their exacerbating factors, and challenges in testing and diagnosis.

Observers are welcome as seating allows, and registration is required. Please contact Ms. Sylvia Parsons at ParsonsS@ninds.nih.gov.

Sponsored by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

This event immediately follows the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation's annual meeting.