The University of Minnesota Autism Initiative (UMAI) welcomed an audience of 200 for the second annual UMAI Day on April 8 at the Masonic Children’s Hospital. UMAI Day: Research to Practice, saw initiative members presenting and answering questions on their latest research findings as well as an overview of current University of Minnesota research collaborations relating to autism. Included was CEHD assistant professor of educational psychology Jason Wolff, who presented his latest research on infant brain development and the emergence of autism.

UMAI represents an interdisciplinary collective of researchers, educators, and providers focused on improving the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder in the state of Minnesota. Their mission is to unify stakeholders toward the ultimate goals of collaborative research, excellence in education and training, and community partnerships.