Name: Discovering what it Means to be Human, in All its Vibrant Shades by New Jersey Autism Center of Excellence
Duration: 47 min 51 s
Description: This week, Dr. Deb Karhson shares her story. She delves into topics that range from neurodiversity to the neural mechanisms behind cognitive development. As a Research Scientist at the Stanford University School of Medicine, she studies the endocannabinoid system and its role in regulating bodily functions and systems in autistic individuals.

In this episode, stories and thoughts are shared from members of the NJACE team: Director Dr. Elizabeth Torres, Assistant to the Director Richa Rai and Program Manager, Jen Schonger. Their stories resonate with a wide range of perspectives, from managing tasks in graduate studies to balancing work and family, amidst physical distancing.

COVID-19 & Its Community Impact (Part 2)

In this episode of Autism Thinks, Hannah speaks with Dr. Antje Ihlefeld about auditory perception. Dr. Ihlefeld, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, is the director of the Neural Engineering of Speech and Hearing (NESH) lab. From cochlear implants to routine audiological testing, this episode delves into discovering ways to improve the understanding of the auditory system— establishing this central theme: you need your brain to hear.

Lend me your Ears.. and Your Brain!

This week, Dr. Deb Karhson shares her story. She delves into topics that range from neurodiversity to the neural mechanisms behind cognitive development. As a Research Scientist at the Stanford University School of Medicine, she studies the endocannabinoid system and its role in regulating bodily functions and systems in autistic individuals.

Discovering what it Means to be Human, in All its Vibrant Shades

The NJACE is a network of community members, researchers, and service providers whose mission is to improve autism research and clinical care throughout the state of New Jersey, revamp autism training initiatives across the state, educate society about autism unmet needs, and to make New Jersey a national leader in these endeavors

Discovering what it Means to be Human, in All its Vibrant Shades

New Jersey Autism Center of Excellence

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