Dr. Simpson is particularly interested in intervention research to improve social, behavioral, and academic outcomes for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). She is currently investigating peer-mediated social skills interventions for students significantly impacted by ASD, interventions to improve social skills and reduce anxiety in students with ASD, and the training of paraeducators to support students with ASD in PK-12 settings. Dr. Simpson has worked with several international partners to provide autism training for teachers in China.