Massive genetic study aims to unlock Autism's secrets

NCT ID NCT04727489

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is looking at the DNA of 3,800 people with autism to find genetic changes that might be linked to the condition. Researchers hope to better understand which genes are involved and how they affect brain function. The goal is to lay the groundwork for future treatments, not to test a new drug or therapy right now.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this research could identify key genetic targets for developing new therapies for autism spectrum disorder.
What could go wrong: This is an observational genetic study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to new therapies, and findings may take years to translate into clinical practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder developmental disability

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Albert Chenevier Hospital
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Créteil, Île-de-France Region, 94000, France
CIC, CHU Bordeaux
RECRUITING

Bordeaux, France
CIC, H. Mondor, Creteil
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Créteil, France
CRA, Hopital Charles Perrens, Bordeaux
RECRUITING

Bordeaux, France
Centre de rehabilitation psychosociale, Hopital Saint Egreve
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Grenoble, Grenoble, France
Robert Debré Hospital
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Paris, Île-de-France Region, 75019, France

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