The Waisman Center at UW-Madison is doing groundbreaking autism research across many areas. Some key findings include:

1) **Cellular Research**: They've linked rare forms of autism to dysfunction in a cellular quality control system (ER-associated degradation pathway) that helps proteins form correctly [Source 3].

2) **Rising Rates**: Wisconsin's autism rates are notably higher than the national average, which helps guide local support initiatives [Source 5].

3) **Clinical Care**: Their Autism Research Consortium is working to improve timely access to quality care [Source 6].

The center also offers an Autism Hub with resources, research updates, and clinic services [Source 2,7]. Their work spans from biological mechanisms to community support systems.