The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees met Friday (Sept. 26) and designated a new center for autism research, approved a systemwide state budget request and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to adopting AI responsibly.

USC officially designates center for autism research

USC is officially designating a new center for autism research. The new Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) Research Center is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders, such as intellectual disability, ADHD, fragile X, and Down syndrome. Founded in 2019 with an initial $4.8 million investment from the Provost’s Excellence Initiative, CAN has grown into a nationally recognized hub for research, training, and community engagement.

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