Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele


Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele uses molecular and translational neuroscience research tools in the pursuit of new treatments for autism.

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Why serotonin medications may yet help children with autism

By Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele
28 January 2020 | 5 min read
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How to evaluate new medications for autism

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10 June 2014 | 8 min read

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