Autism and perinatal epidemiology – Sven Sandin research group

We are investigating the underlying causes and factors influencing the risk of autism, preterm birth and related factors and diagnoses. Our approach is to use modern statistical and epidemiological methods to extract and synthesize information from large population-based databases, and to collect new data as needed. We work in close collaboration with universities mainly in the Nordic countries, the USA and Israel.

Our research

Today, there is a wealth of large databases describing the health and demographics of different populations. The availability of data alone, however, is not sufficient to understand the underlying causes and life course of common diseases and disorders. We apply modern statistical and epidemiological methods to extract and create new data and information from these data sources. To fully understand how the information can answer our various research questions, we need expertise from a spectrum of research disciplines. These include international experts in biostatistics, data science and data management, epidemiology, public health, clinical expertise, biology and genetics.

Keywords:
Autism Spectrum Disorder Biostatistics Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 Endocrinology and Diabetes Epidemiology Epidemiology Genetics Gestational Age Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine Intellectual Disability Medical Biostatistics Pediatrics Pediatrics Psychiatry Public Health, Global Health and Social Medicine Show all
Content reviewer:
09-01-2025