Psychophysiological Markers in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Current Evidence and Clinical Perspectives

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) comprises a heterogeneous group of neurodevelopmental conditions that pose a major public health challenge due to their increasing prevalence and the need for early diagnosis. Extensive research is currently focused on identifying susceptibility and diagnostic psychophysiological markers for these conditions using neuroimaging and other advanced computational methodologies. However, the current body of knowledge is sparse, and the development of robust, reliable, and valid psychophysiological markers remains an open challenge. This symposium features a series of talks designed to present recent experimental evidence demonstrating the potential clinical value of various psychophysiological approaches in autism research. It also introduces new data and cutting-edge analyses aimed at deepening our understanding of the complex psychophysiology associated with ASD. Each talk will be conducted by a junior researcher, distinguished by hands-on technical expertise and a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications in clinical psychophysiology. The symposium will cover the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), structural magnetic resonance imaging (sMRI), electroencephalography (EEG), and clinical testing via cluster analysis.