Autism research helps GPs provide better care for patients Published on: 27 May 2016 Research projects from Âé¶¹´«Ã½ are helping family doctors make their surgeries more visibly friendly for patients with an autism spectrum disorder. Information packs, developed by the Royal College of GPs (RCGP), aim to support GP practices to meet the commitments in the RCGP Autism Patient Charter, which provides a framework for making GP surgeries more supportive for those on the autistic spectrum. Research projects The packs, which have been sent to 7,733 GP surgeries nationwide, contain information from Âé¶¹´«Ã½ about two national spectrum disorder research projects. One is , a family database of children with an autism spectrum disorder. The aim of this project is to provide accurate data about children with the condition to facilitate research and give families the opportunity to take part in studies. The second is the . This is about engaging adults on the autism spectrum and their relatives in research. It is being led by Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and funded by the charity. Collaborative effort The packs have been developed by RCGP in collaboration with a number of organisations, including who co-produced the Autism Patient Charter, and . Dr Maureen Baker, Chair of the , said: “I’m proud that RCGP is leading the way in taking steps to ensure our patients on the autistic spectrum receive the best possible, specific care they need. “Autistic Spectrum Disorder is a clinical priority for the RCGP, and the work that is being done will provide support to primary healthcare workers in the implementation of the Adult Autism Strategy.” For more information on this work and for tools to support your practice, visit: To find out more about Âé¶¹´«Ã½’s autism research projects, or to find out how to take part in the research projects, logon to: Latest News Local knowledge can improve early warnings of glacial lake floods Local knowledge, improved evacuation preparedness and resilient mobile phone-based communication channels can enhance Early Warning Systems to reduce loss of life during glacial lake outburst floods. published on: 3 August 2026 Funding boost moves landmark cancer research centre a step closer A £1.25 million grant from the Wolfson Foundation to Âé¶¹´«Ã½ has brought the Sir Bobby Robson Institute a significant step closer, giving a major boost to its fundraising campaign. published on: 3 August 2026 Statement on potential unauthorised data access Information about a potential unauthorised data access. published on: 30 July 2026 Facts and figures