AI-Powered tool could spot autism in toddlers earlier than ever

NCT ID NCT07006948

Not yet recruiting Diagnosis Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test a machine-assisted system that uses five simple behavioral tasks—like responding to their name or pointing—to screen toddlers for autism. Researchers will enroll 1,000 children aged 1.5 to 2.5 years, including those with autism, developmental delays, language disorders, and typical development. The goal is to see if the system can accurately identify autism early, which could lead to faster support and better outcomes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: machine-assisted system with behavioral paradigms
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a faster, more objective tool for early autism screening in toddlers, helping families get support sooner.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. The system may not be accurate enough for widespread use, and results may vary across different regions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder global developmental delay with or without impaired intellectual development Language Development Disorders language disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER EARLY DEVELOPMENTAL IMPAIRMENT LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT DISORDERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Chengdu Women's and Children's Central Hospital

Chengdu, Sichuan, 610073, China
Children's Hospital of Fudan University

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 201102, China
Dehong People's Hospital

Dehong, Yunnan, 678499, China
Hefei First People's Hospital

Hefei, Anhui, 230061, China
Kunshan Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital

Kunshan, Jiangsu, 215300, China
Liuzhou Maternity and child Healthcare Hospital

Liuzhou, Guangxi, 545001, China
Ningbo Women and Children's Hospital

Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315012, China
The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University

Harbin, Helongjiang, 150023, China
Xi'an Children's Hospital

Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710082, China
Xiamen Children's Hospital

Xiamen, Fujian, 361004, China

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