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The Liverpool Autism Hub
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The Liverpool Autism Hub based at University of Liverpool Aim: to disseminate research findings, generate community-led research and provide networking opportunities.
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Feb 19
We are a group of researchers based at the University of Liverpool and quarterly hybrid events. We aim to reach out to the local autism community to disseminate research findings, generate community-led research, and provide networking opportunities.
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Sep 1
📅 Save the Date!

Our next Autism Hub event will be Thursday 24 October 2025 🗓️

📍 Hybrid: In-person @ University of Liverpool + online

More info coming soon — but we’d love to see you there! 💙

#AutismEvents #Neurodiversity #Liverpool #SaveTheDate
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Sep 1
Our last Autism Hub event was another great success — thank you to everyone who joined us! 💙

If you missed it or want to revisit:

🎥 Watch the talks from Dr Reshanne Reader (youtu.be/J6kBAQvpRp4), Joanna Nowak (youtu.be/f4Jarp_Bzqo) & Adele Curley (youtu.be/-p2WGxPWXQA)
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Sep 1
Our last Autism Hub event was another great success — thank you to everyone who joined us! 💙

If you missed it or want to revisit:

📝 Read our blog Mental Imagery and More (www.liverpool.ac.uk/population-h...)
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Jul 25
Are you autistic and interested in better spaces for walking, wheeling and cycling? You are invited to participate in a postgraduate research survey examining how Low Traffic Neighbourhoods can serve as catalysts for neuro-inclusive design.
Survey: lnkd.in/egq4NrCy.
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · May 9
Participation recruitment📊 (Part 2)

... You will be asked to complete a series of online multiple-choice questions about how you view society, socialising and trust in others. If you are an 18-25 year old UK Resident and have 10-15 minutes to spare, please feel free to take part
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · May 9
Participation recruitment📊 (Part 1)

The study is aiming to analyse if there is any evidence to support the reported relationship between Autistic Traits and Radicalisation....
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Apr 30
WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎨

Congratulations to Liverpool Autism Hub art competition winners!

A huge thank you to everyone who entered this competition - all the entries were beautifully done.

If you would like to see all of the entries, please follow the link: livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Apr 15
A very interesting interview with the author and academic researcher, Prof. Gina Rippon, about her book: "The Lost Girls of Autism: How Science Failed Autistic Women - and the New Research that's Changing the Story"
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A new picture of autism in girls is emerging, says Gina Rippon
YouTube video by New Scientist
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Institute of Population Health @livuni-iph.bsky.social · Apr 10
During Neurodiversity Celebration Week, The Autism Hub (@theautismhub.bsky.social) hosted an event, and the theme was 'Autism and Healthcare'.

Dr Idalmis Santiesteban tells us about it and how you can enter their art competition ➡️ bit.ly/3GhBE2o

@livuniengagehls.bsky.social | #TeamLivUni
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Apr 10
Our co-founder, Dr. Idalmis Santiesteban, put together a blog on our latest Liverpool Autism Hub, giving insight into our latest event.

For the article, please follow this link:
www.liverpool.ac.uk/population-h...
The Liverpool Autism Hub: Celebrating Neurodiversity and Advancing Healthcare Access | Institute of Population Health | University of Liverpool linkedinThe Original RedbrickUniversity of Liverpo...
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Apr 8
The Liverpool Autism Hub is hosting an art competition for neurodivergent people in our community. We have extended the competition deadline until 22nd April, with winners to be announced on 28th April.

This is the link to submit an entry:
livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 24
We also gave our attendees a VR experience, which showed potential sensory differences in autistic people.

Finally had a networking session and feedback session on potential barriers that some autistic individuals may face when accessing health care.
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 24
We discussed a student-run, neurodivergent student support Microsoft Teams space for all University of Liverpool students who are formally or informally neurodivergent.
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 24
Additionally, we welcomed Alice and Gina, from Healthwatch Liverpool, who discussed the Liverpool Neurodiversity Strategy!
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 24
We also discussed upcoming research:
Exploring Autistic Perspectives Through Photography Within a Photovoice Study by Dr Melissa Chapple and Dr Idalmis Santestiban

livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 24
At the latest Autism Hub, we welcomed Dr Jennifer Kirkton who discussed current research projects:
- Understanding the Needs of Autistic Adults with Cancer during Active Cancer Treatment
-The Autistic Communication Tool: An Update
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 24
We want to thank all of our attendees at our lastest Autism Hub! We had a wonderful time and hope you did as well 😁
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 7
The next Liverpool Autism Hub sign-up link is live!
If you wish to attend, whether in-person or on Zoom, please complete this attendance form:
livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Mar 5
CALLING ALL @liverpooluni.bsky.social NEURODIVERGENT STAFF AND STUDENTS!

The Liverpool Autism Hub is running an art competition for Neurodiversity Awareness Week!

We are so excited to see all of the creativity! How to enter:
livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Dr Melissa Chapple @melissachapple.bsky.social · Feb 26
We really need a few more participants who were diagnosed as autistic in childhood. Please consider sharing with your networks!
Uni of Liverpool research study poster for the project 'Exploring masking experiences between childhood-diagnosed and adulthood-diagnosed autistic adults' the poster emphasises we are looking for autistic people over 18. The study involves a screening questionnaire and an online interview taking around 40 minutes. Contact hlcwll29@liverpool.ac.uk for more details. Alternatively, there's a QR code on the lower right. The investigators are Connie Wilson and Dr Melissa Chapple
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Feb 26
Our next event is coming up!
The event is hybrid so you can attend in-person or Zoom online.
To get a space at the event and find out more information, please contact [email protected]
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Feb 25
Research 3:

Validation of a virtual reality autism simulator:

livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Any questions about the study, please contact Charlotte Lewis: [email protected] or Callum Mackie: [email protected]
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Feb 25
Research 2:

Experiences of support for autistic university students:
Here’s the link to the online questionnaire: livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Any questions about the study, please contact Ellen McLaren: [email protected]
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Feb 25
Research 1: livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Any questions about the study, please contact Maia Hicks: [email protected]
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The Liverpool Autism Hub @theautismhub.bsky.social · Feb 20
*we hold quarterly hybrid events.