Wendy Chung
Geneticist & Autism Researcher | Empowering Families Living with Autism
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Dr. Wendy Chung is a renowned medical geneticist and researcher at Columbia University.
As the Director of Clinical Genetics at the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative, she has dedicated her career to unlocking the genetic underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder. Chung's TED talks have been viewed millions of times, sharing scientific breakthroughs and dispelling myths about autism.
Her keynotes empower families and equip educators with practical insights for supporting neurodiverse individuals.
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Autism — what we know (and what we don't know yet)
In this factual talk, geneticist Wendy Chung shares what we know about autism spectrum disorder - for example, that autism has multiple, perhaps interlocking, causes. Looking beyond the worry and concern that can surround a diagnosis, Chung and her team look at what we've learned through studies, treatments and careful listening.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED | 2014 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada |
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