Why developmental research?
Father-infant interaction. Image@Lawrence Crayton
“I've always been passionate about helping others. Autism is a complex disorder that affects millions of people around the world and can be difficult to detect in its early stages. By studying autism, I knew I could better understand the condition and help those with autism get the resources they need. Researching autism also offered me unique opportunities to look into the causes, symptoms, and treatments. My research has focused on diagnosis and intervention in order to help people with autism reach their full potential as soon as possible. I am passionate about helping those living with autism so they can lead fulfilling lives filled with meaningful relationships and experiences. I believe that autism research is the key to unlocking better outcomes for individuals diagnosed with autism, which is why it’s so important to continue researching this condition. With more knowledge and a deeper understanding of autism comes the ability to support individuals better and provide long-term solutions.”
Dr. Roberta Fadda
“I was enthralled by infant neuroscience and the opportunity to work with some of the most innovative scientists in the field. I spent my days immersed in infant behavior, exploring the incredible capacities of their developing minds. I went on to become a professor in infant development and a leading researcher in infant cognition and behavior. I am passionate about understanding the way infants learn and their early experiences shape their development. My focus is on infant-caregiver interactions, infant motor and perceptual development, infant learning processes. I strive to build bridges between theory and practice so that infant development research can inform best practices for infant-caregiver interactions. I'm deeply committed to providing parents and caregivers with the tools they need to promote infant development, as well as to help infant-caregivers create a secure and supportive relationship. I believe that infant neuroscience can revolutionize infant development and I am passionate about sharing this knowledge with others.”
Tricia (Striano) Skoler