2026 Autism Research Program: What Families Should Know

The Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP) has announced its 2026 research priorities, which include autism among other conditions (source: cdmrp.health.mil). While details about specific autism studies aren't provided in this preliminary notice, the inclusion signals continued federal attention to autism research.

Why This Matters

For military families and others affected by autism, this suggests:

• Ongoing research funding through Department of Defense channels
• Potential future opportunities to participate in studies

Next Steps

1. Bookmark the CDMRP website for updates after their April maintenance period
2. Check if your family qualifies for military-connected research programs

Note: The website will be down April 24-27 for maintenance. We'll update this post when more autism-specific details are released.

Source: CDMRP Press Release