Autism Research Trust Facebook Twitter Search SEARCH DONATE MENU The Autism Research Trust We fund research to understand the causes of autism, improve diagnosis and explore interventions to ensure that autistic people receive the best possible support. By investing in high quality research we can make a difference to the lives of those affected by autism, both now and into future generations. At the cutting edge of autism research The Trust raises funds to support pioneering research conducted in Universities in Cambridgeshire with the majority of funding to date having been awarded to the Autism Research Centre (ARC) at Cambridge University. DOWNLOAD OUR 2018-2019 IMPACT REPORT Please visit the research pages to find out about the research we have recently funded and its impact, or download our latest impact report (above). For reference you can also read the 2017-2018 Impact Report. Please donate today and help fund pioneering research. Thank you. Early diagnosis and early intervention are so important. I wish I could have understood my son’s challenges years earlier. Social enterprise for autistic people and their families The support of innovative social enterprise businesses is part of the organisation's overall strategy to support individuals with autism to lead productive and fulfilling lives. Read about the social enterprises we work with. Donate to fund autism research You can help us fund cutting edge research by donating online today. Thank you. Please select a donation amount (required) £5 £10 £20 Other Set up a regular payment DONATE Share this page Email Facebook Twitter SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER EXTRA RESOURCES Contact us Sitemap Accessibility Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Login The Autism Research Trust is a registered charity (charity no. 1136737). It is a company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales (company no. 07164802). Registered office 19-21 Cookridge Street, Leeds, LS2 3AG