This week we're joined by Dr. Marilena Griguoli, a neuroscientist whose research is helping us understand something that sits at the very heart of autism: how the brain processes social experiences and builds social memory. Dr. Griguoli's work, funded by the Autism Research Institute, is looking at the specific brain circuits involved in social behavior and how they can be supported. Social connection is one of the most meaningful and complex areas for autistic individuals and their families. Today, we are exploring what the science reveals about why. Download latest episode to learn more!ResourcesResources Mentioned & Further ReadingLearn more about Dr. Marilena Griguoli’s research:Dr. Marilena Griguoli — ResearchGate ProfileFeatured research:Medial Septum: Relevance for Social MemoryRelated autism research funding:Autism Research Institute — ARI-Funded Research StudiesInstitutional research profile:Dr. Marilena Griguoli — CNR / Institute of Molecular Biology and PathologyResearcher bio:Dr. Marilena Griguoli — European Brain Research Institute...............................................................Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.