๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-06-17

Autism Research Project With Non-Invasive Near-Infrared Light Stimulation (NCT06203938)

Social and Behavioral Associations With Prefrontal Photobiomodulation in Autism Spectrum

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Francisco Gonzalez-Lima, PhD

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The investigators have previously shown that the administration of low-level infrared light is a safe and non-invasive procedure which improves cognition and emotion, as well as enhances brain metabolic activity. Based on previous studies, the investigators hypothesize that this methodology, called low-level light therapy or photobiomodulation, could be used to improve behavioral symptoms in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Seay Psychology Building, Room 3.304 โ€” Austin, Texas

Age range: 4 Years to 60 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Seay Psychology Building, Room 3.304 โ€” Austin, Texas

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (512) 537-5257

Email: UTAutismExperiment@gmail.com

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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