Jefferson Autism Center of Excellence

Hello! We are the Jefferson Autism Center of Excellence, or JeffACE. Our mission is to be an international hub of Autism activities through high impact research, forward thinking education and training, innovative community outreach and programs of global distinction. We have ongoing autism research studies as well as a parent support group for individuals with an autistic person in their life!

We are led by Dr. Roseann Schaaf, a leader in autism research and Ayres Sensory Integration. She is a translational scientist bringing basic and applied science to clinical practice to improve lives of autistic children and families and other neurodevelopmental disorders.