Transforming the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families - AutismTech Conference.

College of Science and Engineering Conference Overview

AutismTech is a global platform aimed at transforming the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. With a focus on emerging technologies, the conference aims to accelerate the development, integration, and implementation of innovative solutions.

Experts in autism, artificial intelligence, computer vision, and sensing technologies will explore synergies that can unlock valuable information about insights into people's behaviors. This can help create more personalized and effective support and intervention strategies, ensuring people with autism can lead fulfilling lives and reach their full potential. AutismTech offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a network of educators, researchers, policymakers, and advocates.

AutismTech will premier five sessions.

• Session 1: Advancements in Screening and Diagnosis Using Technology
• Session 2: Integrating and Connecting: Autism Community Engagement
• Session 3: Unlocking Autism's Secrets: Using Genomics and AI to Discover Biomarkers
• Session 4: The AI Advantage: Revolutionizing Autism Assessment, Therapy, and Education
• Session 5: Technology for Safety and Communication

Chair’s Message

We are thrilled to welcome you to the AutismTech Conference, dedicated to exploring the intersection of autism and technology. AutismTech aims to accelerate the development and implementation of innovative solutions that empower individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families.

AutismTech will feature five dynamic sessions led by world-renowned ASD activists, scientists, and thought leaders. Going beyond the research, a session is dedicated to community engagement in Qatar, where 1 in 87 children is diagnosed with autism.

By showcasing pioneering research and its real-world applications, the conference will demonstrate how emerging technologies can revolutionize learning outcomes, therapy approaches, and social integration for individuals with autism.

This conference is proudly co-led by leading institutions from Qatar and the United States, including Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar Biomedical Research Institute, Sidra Medicine, Qatar University, Hamad Medical Corporation, Mada Assistive Technology Center, Autism Speaks, and the Autism Science Foundation. These organizations are united in their mission to advance autism research, innovation, and support.

Join us in Doha, Qatar, from April 14-16, 2025, for AutismTech. Together, we can inspire innovation, forge powerful collaborations, and create a world where individuals with autism thrive.

AutismTech Founding Chairs,