Am J Psychiatry January 2023 PMID 36000217

The Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials: Initial Evaluation of a Battery of Candidate EEG Biomarkers.

Sara Jane Webb, Adam J Naples, April R Levin, Gerhard Hellemann, Heather Borland, Jessica Benton, Carter Carlos, Takumi McAllister, Megha Santhosh, Helen Seow, Adham Atyabi, Raphael Bernier, Katarzyna Chawarska, Geraldine Dawson, James Dziura

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What people are saying

The collective commentary highlights the promising nature of EEG responses, especially in face perception tasks, with posts using terms like 'promising biomarker' and referencing large, collaborative studies, which reflect both curiosity and respect for the research's significance. The tone and choice of words indicate a focus on the potential clinical implications while recognizing the study's role as part of ongoing efforts in autism biomarker discovery.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the study's focus on EEG biomarkers, especially face perception tasks, is promising for autism research, as seen in phrases like 'promising biomarker' and references to the study’s rigorous evaluation.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest by highlighting notable aspects such as 'large-scale evaluation' and 'multisite effort,' indicating engagement with the study's scope and significance.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts show active engagement through mentions of specific methodologies like EEG and visual evoked potentials, and by referencing organizations and researchers involved, indicating a deeper understanding.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts emphasize the potential for clinical applications and advancements in biomarker identification, the overall tone suggests moderate impact, acknowledging that this is a step forward but not definitive.

Abstract in brief

  • This large multisite study evaluated the psychometric properties of several EEG tests in children aged 6-11 with ASD and typical development, focusing on their potential as reliable biomarkers for clinical trials.
  • The face perception tasks and certain visual evoked potentials (VEPs) showed the most promise based on high acquisition rates, stable responses over 6 weeks, and ability to differentiate between groups and correlate with phenotypic traits.
  • Other assays like resting-state activity and biological motion perception produced mixed results or failed to demonstrate strong construct performance, providing valuable insights for refining EEG biomarkers in autism research.]

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James C. McPartland
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New from #ABCCT led by @PBSLab_Webb https://t.co/hO5wUdotsN

Aug 24, 2022 · 10 likes · 6 shares · 1,601 followers View post →
Jesus Ramirez-Bermudez
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In the context of a large-scale, rigorous evaluation of candidate EEG biomarkers for use in ASD clinical trials, neural response to faces emerged as a promising biomarker" The Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials https://t.co/IZrcXJQDpG

Jan 3, 2023 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 31,457 followers View post →
Spectrum (Autism Research News)
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lectroencephalogram recording during a face perception task in children may be a promising biomarker for autism. Via @APA_Publishing. #SpectrumSpotted https://t.co/GlgB7eh9qp

Aug 28, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 30,853 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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A multisite effort by @PBSLab_Webb and @J_McPartland for the Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials (ABC-CT) assessed several EEG biomarkers for validity for understanding basic brain functioning and social processing in children with ASD. https://t.co/M1G2IhTnaY https://t.co/dgNMvZNoS9

Aug 25, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 11,606 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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The Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials: Initial Evaluation of a Battery of Candidate EEG Biomarkers https://t.co/Tlnwv0FpTe

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Judith U
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RT @J_McPartland: New from #ABCCT led by @PBSLab_Webb https://t.co/hO5wUdotsN

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Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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The Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials: Initial Evaluation of a Battery of Candidate EEG Biomarkers https://t.co/Tlnwv0FpTe

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CopperKettle
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RT @JRBneuropsiq: In the context of a large-scale, rigorous evaluation of candidate EEG biomarkers for use in ASD clinical trials, neural r…

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octavio
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RT @JRBneuropsiq: In the context of a large-scale, rigorous evaluation of candidate EEG biomarkers for use in ASD clinical trials, neural r…

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Jesus Ramirez-Bermudez
@JRBneuropsiq · X

In the context of a large-scale, rigorous evaluation of candidate EEG biomarkers for use in ASD clinical trials, neural response to faces emerged as a promising biomarker" The Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials https://t.co/IZrcXJQDpG

Jan 3, 2023 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 31,457 followers View post →
Cerena - Centro de Referencia en Autismo
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RT @Spectrum: lectroencephalogram recording during a face perception task in children may be a promising biomarker for autism. Via @APA_Pu…

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Spectrum (Autism Research News)
@Spectrum · X

lectroencephalogram recording during a face perception task in children may be a promising biomarker for autism. Via @APA_Publishing. #SpectrumSpotted https://t.co/GlgB7eh9qp

Aug 28, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 30,853 followers View post →
Dr. Sara Jane Webb PhD
@PBSLab_Webb · X

RT @J_McPartland: New from #ABCCT led by @PBSLab_Webb https://t.co/hO5wUdotsN

Aug 25, 2022 · 6 shares · 570 followers View post →
James C. McPartland
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RT @APAPubJournals: A multisite effort by @PBSLab_Webb and @J_McPartland for the Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials (ABC-CT)…

Aug 25, 2022 · 1 share · 1,601 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
@APAPubJournals · X

A multisite effort by @PBSLab_Webb and @J_McPartland for the Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials (ABC-CT) assessed several EEG biomarkers for validity for understanding basic brain functioning and social processing in children with ASD. https://t.co/M1G2IhTnaY https://t.co/dgNMvZNoS9

Aug 25, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 11,606 followers View post →
Josh Ewen
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RT @J_McPartland: New from #ABCCT led by @PBSLab_Webb https://t.co/hO5wUdotsN

Aug 25, 2022 · 6 shares · 65 followers View post →
Judith U
@Autismville · X

RT @J_McPartland: New from #ABCCT led by @PBSLab_Webb https://t.co/hO5wUdotsN

Aug 25, 2022 · 6 shares · 8,061 followers View post →
Paul Whiteley
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Wanze Xie
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Max Rolison, MD
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James C. McPartland
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New from #ABCCT led by @PBSLab_Webb https://t.co/hO5wUdotsN

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