Wei Song

National Autism Data Center

A.J. Drexel Autism Institute - PA

I will be a research scientist at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute starting July 2022. My research applies the social model of disability and focuses on how intrinsic and environmental factors are related to community participation and inclusion of autistic individuals across the lifespan. I have extensive knowledge in survey research with complex samples, measurement development and validation, and advanced data analysis in disability research. I will contribute to this ATRP grant via my knowledge of data-driven approaches in better understanding community participation and identifying key facilitators and barriers among autistic transition-age youth; insights gained from leading multiple studies in community participation; and solid skills in disseminating findings, including peer-reviewed publications and reports for policymakers.