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Juergen Hahn, Department Head of Biomedical Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, is a trailblazer in the use of big data methods to improve the diagnosis and treatment of Autism. His research focuses on the use of machine-learning algorithms to analyze complex biological and biomedical systems. He previously developed a physiological test for autism after discovering patterns with certain metabolites in the blood that can accurately predict diagnosis. He is applying that same approach to other areas of autism research including correlating conditions and assessing the effectiveness of possible medical treatments.

Jonathan Rodgers, PhD, is an assistant professor of psychology at Canisius University and a researcher with the Institute for Autism Research (IAR).  He is available to offer expert commentary on autism spectrum disorder, particularly focusing on children with high-functioning autism. His innovative research, and that of the IAR, combines clinical intervention development with advanced technological methods to understand and improve social functioning in children with autism.
Areas of Expertise: Autism Research and Treatment:

Development and validation of interventions for high-functioning autism
Social function improvement strategies
Emotional communication patterns in children with autism
Quality of life enhancement for individuals with autism

Research Methodologies:

Eye-tracking technology applications in autism research
Physiological metrics and measurements
Advanced clinical research methods
Evaluation of treatment effectiveness

Developmental Focus:

Childhood autism characteristics and interventions
Emotional communication systems
Aging and personality development in autism
Long-term outcomes for individuals with autism

Background: 
As a key member of Canisius University's Institute for Autism Research, Dr. Rodgers combines clinical practice with cutting-edge research to advance understanding of high-functioning autism spectrum disorder. His work specifically focuses on developing and validating effective interventions to improve social functioning and quality of life for children with autism.
Research Areas:

High-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (HFASD)
Emotional Communication Systems
Social Function Interventions
Clinical Treatment Development
Longitudinal Autism Studies

Education:

PhD - Counseling and School Psychology, University at Buffalo, 2012

BA - Sociology and Philosophy, Cornell University, 2001