About AUCD
AUCD Network
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is a national association that supports Network members in their research, training, education, and service so that together, AUCD and Network members can promote the quality of life, health, and well-being of people with disabilities.
68 University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs)
60 Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Programs
16 Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Centers (IDDRCs)
UCEDDs | LENDs | IDDRCs |
The network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) aims to positively affect the lives of all people with disabilities by building and strengthening systems that support full community participation. They work toward a vision of self-determination, independence, productivity, and community inclusion for people with disabilities throughout the lifespan. | Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Programs aim to improve health outcomes for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. These programs provide graduate-level training to the next generation of clinical, research, and community leaders. By participating in LEND, trainees learn about the importance of person- and family-centered care (honoring values and culture). | Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Centers (IDDRCs) conduct biomedical and behavioral research to advance understanding of a variety of conditions and topics related to intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). Although each center differs in their scientific focus, size, and history, they all share a commitment to integrated research opportunities for investigators engaged in basic, clinical, and translational science related to IDDs. |