Numerous potential therapeutic targets are being investigated in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Here, we discuss a platform trial approach for designing proof-of-concept (POC) clinical studies of ASD — via the Autism Spectrum POC Initiative (ASPI) — that can be conducted through a public–private partnership with the aim of finding effective treatments in the most expeditious manner.
- Seth Ness
- Gahan Pandina
- Husseini K. Manji