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AI-Powered Tool Maps the Fine Details of Rodent Social Behavior

Social behavior is a complex and dynamic process shaped by movement, coordination and physical touch. A new study in Cell written by members of SFARI's Autism Rat Consortium introduces s-DANNCE, a machine-learning system that can map the fine-scale movements of freely interacting rats in three dimensions. By applying s-DANNCE to seven genetic rat models of autism, researchers have uncovered distinct social phenotypes, offering new insights into the diversity of autism-related behaviors.

Logo of the Simons Foundation's Autism and Neuroscience division.
Simons Foundation Accepting Applications for Fellows-to-Faculty Award

The Simons Foundation’s Autism & Neuroscience division recognizes the need for diverse ideas and perspectives that contribute to the scientific enterprise. To advance that goal, the foundation’s Fellows-to-Faculty Award program supports talented early career scientists and their research vision as they transition into tenure-track or equivalent faculty positions. This award is a new iteration of the previously offered Simons Foundation Independence Award.

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