Sara Jane Webb

Sara Jane Webb is a prominent academic and researcher currently serving as the Associate Director of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Research Centers at the University of Washington. She has held this position since June 2020 and is also a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, with additional appointments in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Molecular Medicine.

Educational Background

• BA in Psychology from Yale University (1992-1996)
• PhD in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota (1996-2001)

Research Focus

Dr. Webb's research primarily investigates the functional neurobiology and development of information processing in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. Her methodologies include:

• Electroencephalography (EEG)
• Event-related potentials (ERPs)
• Eye tracking
• Behavioral measures

Key Research Areas

1. Biomarker Development: Focused on creating biomarkers for clinical trials related to ASD and neurodevelopmental disorders.
2. Attention and Cognitive Abilities: Investigating perceptual and cognitive functions in individuals with developmental disabilities.
3. Early Risk Markers: Identifying early indicators and protective factors for autism.
4. Neural Circuitry: Understanding the neural circuits that contribute to atypical development.

Professional Affiliations

In addition to her role at the University of Washington, Dr. Webb is affiliated with the Seattle Children's Research Institute, where she contributes to several projects funded by organizations such as the National Institutes of Health and the Autism Science Foundation.

Dr. Webb's work plays a crucial role in advancing understanding and treatment options for individuals with developmental disorders, making significant contributions to both academic research and clinical applications.1234