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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

I have waited anxiously to get my hands on this very expensive new book...and the text has been cased in *upside down* Zoom in and you'll see!

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Last day of #INSAR2026! I'm flying the flag for @bristoluni.bsky.social autism/neurodiversity research with a final poster at 12:30-13:30 (work that includes two super undergraduate researchers!)

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

It's Friday at #INSAR2026 and @bristoluni.bsky.social autism researchers are back with more research to share! Find us here:

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

At #INSAR2026? Check out new autism research from the University of Bristol at the following posters today! @lauralhull.bsky.social @bristoluni.bsky.social

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Hello, everyone! I'm re-emerging from teaching to be at #INSAR2026! Looking forward to catching up with people.

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Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Today we are showcasing an article by @cjcrompton.bsky.social, @aalcorn.bsky.social, @katiecebula.bsky.social and @suereviews.bsky.social in the journal Frontiers for Young Minds. This article accessibly explains what neurodiversity is and how neurodivergent people can experience day-to-day life.

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

I've been super quiet for a few months but I've re-emerged at Autism Europe in Dublin! Please say hi! You can also catch me/the Learning About Neurodiversity at School project at symposium S1.06 at 1530 today. #AEC2025

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Last week, the Learning About Neurodiversity at School #LEANSproject celebrated 3 years since releasing our 100% free classroom resources. Changing minds and practices takes time--thank you SO much for continuing to download, share, and use LEANS, wherever you are in the world!

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Fergus Murray @oolong.co.uk · 16/06/2025

Excited to say that I have a chapter in each of two books on neurodiversity & education coming out this autumn, edited by @krysiawally.bsky.social and @keatesresearch.bsky.social. 🎉 Details in following posts. 🧵

Book launch - save the date
6th October on site at University of Sunderland’s London Campus and online
Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.
One of two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence throughout lifelong learning.
Info: https://linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

Book launch - save the date
8th September on site at University of Sunderland’s London Campus and online
Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning
One of two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence throughout lifelong learning.
Info: https://linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

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Dr. Holly E.A. Sutherland @heasutherland.com · 12/06/2025

If you're interested in autism, religious experience, and people who are minimally-speaking / have higher support needs, do check out this job at U of Aberdeen: www.abdnjobs.co.uk/vacancy/rese... You'd get to work on a very interesting project with a really great team.

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Research Assistant/Fellow (DHP143R) | University of Aberdeen

The Centre for Autism and Theology is an international hub for research, working to resource faith communities. Our goal is to ensure that autistic and other neurodivergent people are actively support...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Resesearchers, can you help? My wonderful MSc student Esther is recruiting NOW for an online interview study on how uni-based academic/clinical researchers think and talk about neurodevelopmental diversity in their everyday work (postdocs + up). We've had loads of spam sign-ups, so really need YOU!

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Robert Chapman @drrobertchapman.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Excited to say that "Neurodiversity: A Very Short Introduction" written by myself and @suereviews.bsky.social is finally ready to preorder! Afaik the first general academic introduction covering the ND movement, ND studies, and applications of ND theory in practice. global.oup.com/academic/pro...

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Sue Fletcher-Watson @suereviews.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

These events are going to be really well run, and capture such important perspectives which will shape future understanding and policy. If you're eligible please sign-up if you can share, please do that!

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

I have been off social media for a while and all I can say is FIRST YEAR OF LECTURING. Have some events on the horizon, and meeting colleagues/hearing about others' work often makes me feel more inspired to post, so maybe I can make a comeback!

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Jo Billington @drjobillington.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Thrilled to find out today that my paper and symposium for the @autismeurope.bsky.social Autism Congress 2025 have been accepted. So looking forward to presenting our research on neuroinclusive education with @aalcorn.bsky.social @drlornaham.bsky.social and Anna Cook. Who's coming too?

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Sue Fletcher-Watson @suereviews.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Delighted to share this new open access article which presents four amazing case studies showcasing coproduction methods in neurodevelopmental research Lots of people have published theory and there are some useful toolkits too, but its still rare to actually read what people did... rdcu.be/ebbgu

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Applied Principles for Inclusive Practice in Neurodevelopmental Research: A Selection and Report of Illustrative Case Studies

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Jenny Gibson @drjennyg.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Autistic? Into #comics? Our research project needs you! From occasional doodlers to published cartoonists, from casual readers to hardcore fans - we would love you to share your views! Take part in this research by clicking this link: cambridge.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Please share!

Girl in a pink hoodie on her bed, reading a comic. The image is divided in two down the centre. One half of the image is the girl's bedroom with posters and merch from her favourite comic. The other half represents the exciting world the comic is transporting her to. It has darker colours and her hair is depicted as moving.

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Man at the co-op just excused his confusion over paying by saying he "hadn't had his morning coffee". After an awkward pause he added defensively to the cashier "Well it's morning SOMEWHERE!"

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

I'm working on a large scale feedback survey right now about an educational resource (sent to thousands of people!). *In general*, what % of responses might you expect for a feedback survey to majority-UK recipients? Hoping for ~5-10% but have seen wildly varying estimates on this...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

I feel like January has already lasted SEVERAL years...anyone else?!

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Duncan Astle @duncanastle.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

We are hiring! We're looking for a great project manager to help with a large-scale Wellcome funded study. If you know of anyone that this might appeal to, please share. www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/49880/

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Project Manager (Part Time, Fixed Term) - Job Opportunities - University of Cambridge

Project Manager (Part Time, Fixed Term) in the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit at the University of Cambridge.

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Sue Fletcher-Watson @suereviews.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Very excited to share this 2year postdoc job, working on a co-produced model for autistic adults' social care Project led by & draws on work of the National Autistic Taskforce (especially Yo Dunn) with supporting cast of David Orr, @kathyleadbitter.bsky.social + me www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLI718/r...

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Research Fellow (Grade 7) 1.0FTE, fixed term for 24 months at University of Sussex

An academic position as a Research Fellow (Grade 7) 1.0FTE, fixed term for 24 months is being advertised on jobs.ac.uk. Click now to find more details and explore additional academic job opportunities...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

I've stress-eaten all my scones before I finished marking all the assignments...send help

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

What time is it? Time to start inflicting Dolly Parton Christmas music on the people near and dear to me, I'm so glad you asked!

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Georgia Harper @mindtheflap.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Final call for the @autistica.org.uk public transport survey which closes tomorrow! If you are neurotypical we'd be especially grateful to hear from you. There has to be *one* neurotypical person following me, right? www.autistica.org.uk/our-research...

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Making public transport accessible for neurodivergent people | Current research projects | Autistica | Autistica

Learn more about our research making public transport more accessible for neurodivergent people

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

🥳 Check out our new article introducing neurodiversity research--for kids! Frontiers For Young Minds is a peer-reviewed scientific journal for kids, with young reviewers (+ adults). With @cjcrompton.bsky.social @katiecebula.bsky.social @suereviews.bsky.social kids.frontiersin.org/articles/10....

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Catherine Crompton @cjcrompton.bsky.social · 01/11/2024

Ooh, the call for abstracts is live for Autism Europe 2025! Really nice list of topics, too. Deadline 10th January :) autismcongress2025.org/call-for-abs...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 05/11/2024

Getting set up very soon with masters students and first year research apprentices, asking neurodiversity-related questions. Feels exciting to be starting new stuff with students--it's been too long!

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 07/10/2024

🚨 Upload alert. We've posted last week's #CRAEWebinar The wonderful Felicity Sedgwick on 'Supporting Autistic University Students: Policy and Practice' youtu.be/BJDdBIKDfMY

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 02/10/2024

Tomorrow's #CRAEwebinar Supporting Autistic University Students: Policy and Practice Oct 3rd at 4 PM GMT Felicity Sedgewick on her research on reviewing Uni provision, and training staff to support our autistic students. 🔗 Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk...

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Supporting Autistic University Students: Policy and Practice

With Felicity Sedgewick. An increasing number of autistic students are entering university - but are universities prepared to support them?

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 10/09/2024

Felicity Sedgwick's #CRAEwebinar will address the question: An increasing number of autistic students are entering university - but are universities prepared to support them? 🗓️ Oct 3rd 4pm, GMT Do sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 05/09/2024

NEW PUBLICATION! The report on our Learning About Neurodiversity at School #LEANSproject feasibility study is published today! Many, many thanks again to the participating schools, the LEANS research/design teams, and our colleagues at SMRC 💛 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 08/08/2024

Unfortunately, the Learning About Neurodiversity at School (LEANS) downloads were offline for a while due to a technical problem...but now we're back!!! Find out more + get our free classroom resources here 👇 salvesen-research.ed.ac.uk/leans/download

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Download LEANS now

Download the free LEANS resource pack and see our terms of use.

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 01/08/2024

Shared this elsewhere but cross-posting here! VERY excited to share my NEW JOB! 🥳🥳🥳 Last week, I started a fixed term lectureship at @BristolUniPsych . The department could not have been nicer or more welcoming as I settle in and sort out the details of my new role. 1/2

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Laura Crane @lauramaycrane.bsky.social · 05/04/2024

"The longstanding effects of austerity, coupled with the attainment-focused pressures that schools are under, has led to schools struggling to meet the needs of fairly homogenous groups of learners, yet alone those with additional learning needs." #AutRes #EduSky

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Record investment has been announced for SEND...but is it really enough? - University of Birmingham

For Autism Acceptance Week Professor Laura Crane, Director of the Autism Centre for Education & Research, explores the need for more SEND provision in schools.

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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 25/03/2024

FREE COMMUNITY E-BOOKS NEW RESOURCES for families/professionals to help develop an understanding of neurodivergence www.autisticrealms.com/resources Supporting The PDA Space & their amazing workshops delivered by @gr0ve.bsky.social (Neuro-Affirming)@ferrousmu.bsky.social (Monotropism) & others

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Resources | Autistic Realms

Autistic parent and teacher advocating for a better understanding of neurodivergence in education and mental health. Articles, infographics, advice and resources.

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 04/04/2024

The Belonging in School resource was 6 months old on March 20, and we're still celebrating! If your school is working on inclusion policies, check it out for tools and ideas. All content and our intro webinar are FREE and downloadable for everyone 👇 inclusion.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 20/03/2024

We’re halfway to happy birthday! 6 months ago we launched Belonging in School, a free, school-level resource for educators who want to develop more inclusive policies. Haven’t seen it yet? Download the content and watch our introductory webinar here! inclusion.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 14/03/2024

Mary Doherty's fantastic CRAE lecture "Autistic professionals and the triple empathy problem" is now available on YouTube. bit.ly/CRAE2024Tripl... A must watch for wisdom and hope.

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 13/03/2024

This time last year, many of us were gathering in Edinburgh for the 1st It Takes All Kinds of Minds #neurodiversity conference! I met so many great people that I wish we were doing it again. In the mean time, check out the 2023 session recordings here: www.youtube.com/@salvesenmin...

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Mindroom

Mindroom is a charity that champions all forms of neurodiversity and supports all kinds of minds. Our mission is to be a leading centre for change, in how we live, work and learn. We achieve this thro...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 01/03/2024

Mary and her colleagues are doing such interesting and important work--don't miss this chance to hear about it for free!

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 01/03/2024

This was popular on Twitter so cross-posting! Saw this open-access paper that may interest teachers/families/community interested in #neurodiversity resources or #LEANSproject: "A commentary on children's books about autism: What messages do they send about neurodiversity?" doi.org/10.1002/aur....

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A commentary on children's books about autism: What messages do they send about neurodiversity?

Children's books about autism have the potential to promote neurodiversity, but they also have the potential to (unintentionally) work against it. It is important to make informed and individualized ...

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 19/02/2024

I may not be the only one who missed this...but many recorded talks from the It Takes All Kinds of Minds (ITAKOM) neurodiversity conference in March 2023 have now gone online! Find them on Mindroom's YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/@salvesenmin...

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 19/02/2024

Tue 12 March Autistic professionals and the triple empathy problem. Dr Mary Doherty, founder of Autistic Doctors International, on leveraging insider perspective for community benefit. bit.ly/tripleempathy #CRAEwebinar

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Autistic professionals and the triple empathy problem.

Dr Mary Doherty, founder of Autistic Doctors International, on leveraging insider perspective for community benefit.

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Alyssa Alcorn @aalcorn.bsky.social · 12/02/2024

I'm planning to stop lurking and start posting...with the news that we've recently passed 7000 downloads of the Learning About #Neurodiversity at School (LEANS) resource! Thank you to everyone who has helped share and promote along the way ❤️ Download LEANS free here: salvesen-research.ed.ac.uk/leans

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