• anagnostou "The POND Network is a coordinated effort of Ontario scientists to investigate the neurobiology of neurodevelopmental disorders such as ASD, ADHD, OCD and intellectual disability and translate the findings into effective new treatments. We, for the first time in Canada, are building a clinical trials network that specializes in the investigation of new emerging treatments for neurodevelopmental disorders. We are confident that this approach will lead to the development of treatments tailored to the characteristics and needs of each child and youth. Our work would not be possible without the dedication of families participating in the POND Network."

    Evdokia Anagnostou, MD
    Study Principal Investigator

  • arnold"The POND Network consists of a group of highly accomplished scientists from a range of disciplines working together to find novel treatments for children affected with neurodevelopmental disorders. Collectively, our research ranges from the gene to the whole brain and all points between, and from basic science discovery to clinical trials. It is this tremendous synergy that will allow us to generate knowledge that will improve our understanding of these disorders and will be rapidly translated into the clinic."

    Paul Arnold, MD, PhD, FRCPC
    Study Principal Investigator

  • parent"We brought our son who has autism to Bloorview for assessments to be part of a POND Network study.  We were not sure what to expect since our son is non verbal and easily upset in new situations, but the staff were excellent with him and made the whole process as smooth as possible. We are looking forward to the next steps of the study."

    Parent

Participating Institutions

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Institution Contacts

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital: Naomi Sklar - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Hospital for Sick Children: Tara Goodale - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Lawson Health Research Institute: Beth Craven-Thuss - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
McMaster University: Mike Chalupka - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital: OCTN - Amy Epstein - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Contact Us

  • Autism Research Centre
    Holland Bloorview Kids
    Rehabilitation Hospital
    150 Kilgour Road
    Toronto, ON, M4G 1R8

  • 416-425-6220 ext. 3582