Azadeh Kushki, PhD
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Research
Research Focus:
Dr. Kushki's research focuses on development of novel pattern recognition and machine learning techniques for analysis of biological and behavioural data in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental conditions. The goal of this research is to improve our understanding of the neurobiological correlates ASD, and better characterize the variability in the spectrum.
Dr. Kushki also designs technologies that improve the quality of life and care for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), respect the uniqueness of children with ASD, and make evidence-based treatments accessible to a larger and more diverse population.
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Education & Profession
Education:
- Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Toronto
- M.A.Sc. Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Toronto
- B.A.Sc. Computer Engineering, University of Toronto
- Postdoctoral Fellowships: 1) Autism Research Centre, Bloorview Research Institute 2) PRISM Lab, Bloorview Research Institute 3) Cognitive Systems Laboratory, McMaster University
University Positions / Affiliations:
Associate Professor, Institute of Biomaterial and Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto (July 2020)
Current Projects
Characterizing Autism
- The Role of Emotion Regulation and Arousal in Anxiety and Autism (Typically Developing)
- The Role of Emotion Regulation and Arousal in Anxiety and Autism (ASD)
- Infant Sibling Study: Attention and Emotional Regulation in Typical Development and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Physiological Responses in Children with ASD
Studying Technology Use in Children
Contact Info
Contact Information:
Bloorview Research Institute
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
150 Kilgour Road Toronto, Ontario M4G 1R8
Tel: 416-425-6220, extension 3563
Contact Email:
akushki@hollandbloorview.ca
Media Expertise
autism spectrum disorder - technological innovations, machine learning
