A research registry is a database that is used to connect interested research participants and their families with research opportunities. The registry collects basic information about you and your family so that potential research participants can easily be identified and contacted when studies begin recruitment. A research registry is a valuable tool for improving understanding, enhancing treatment, and extending resources.

Being in the TCU Registry for Autism Research means that you agree to be contacted periodically about autism related studies for which you or your child may be eligible. Joining the registry does not mean that you are signing up for a study. We will let you know about current and upcoming studies that you may be eligible for, and you will decide if you want to participate. If you do decide to participate and change your mind later, you may withdraw from a study at any time. You may also withdraw from the registry at any time.

People of all ages and abilities who have a diagnosis of ASD, their family members and friends, as well as volunteers without ASD, are invited to join the registry and to learn more about opportunities to participate in TCU-sponsored research.

TCU is committed to conducting high quality research. Studies may include behavioral interventions, direct observations of behavior, measurement of brain activity, eye tracking, cognitive testing, or computer-based questionnaires. Studies will be ongoing and might require a visit to TCU, time in your home, or just responding to questions online. Each study will be different and you can choose what works for you and your schedule.

Individuals may enroll online or over the phone. Click here to complete the enrollment online. You may also call us at 1-817-257-4185 or send an email to tcufaces@gmail.com. We will answer any questions you may have and help get you registered. We will explain your rights and protections as a voluntary member of the registry. We will ask you to share your preferred contact information. If you or your child have an ASD diagnosis we will also ask for a few related details.