UC Davis MIND Institute

What a fantastic story about two brothers who both graduated from UC Davis programs last month. Andrew Mokski graduated with a mechanical engineering degree and older brother Matt Mokski graduated from the Redwood SEED Scholars program.

Redwood SEED Scholars is a four-year, inclusive, on-campus college program for students with intellectual disabilities at UC Davis. It's a first in California and the MIND Institute is proud to support the program. Way to go, Andrew and Matt!

Branching Out In June 2026, two brothers, Matt and Andrew Mokski, completed their four-year academic journeys at UC Davis. Andrew graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering, while his older brother Matt graduated from the Redwood SEED Scholars Program, California’s first four-year, fully-inclusive univer...

Are you interested in learning more about the role of technology in supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, fragile X syndrome and other neurodevelopmental disabilities? If so, join us for our 2026 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities!

This virtual-only event is Friday, July 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The registration deadline is July 17.

You’ll hear the latest research on digital tools and supports, plus practical insights from autistic self-advocates, a clinical psychologist and a police detective on topics like inclusion, dating, online safety and independence.

Summer Institute is ideal for professionals, families, individuals with disabilities, students, community members and more. Registration starts at $25. Continuing education credits available.

Save your spot: health.ucdavis.edu/mind-institute/events/summer-institute

Learn more about Summer Institute:
https://health.ucdavis.edu/mind-institute/news/headlines/virtual-summer-institute-will-focus-on-tech-use-and-neurodevelopmental-disabilities-/2026/06

Image description: Colorful banner announcing the Summer 2026 Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities with CE credits for eligible participants.

Virtual Summer Institute will focus on tech use and neurodevelopmental disabilities The 2026 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities will highlight the use of technology: research, risks and strategies for support.

Join the UC Davis MIND Institute for ECHO: Parent-Mediated Intervention Training, a free virtual learning series designed for Spanish-speaking families and providers.

Project ECHO is an interactive learning model that connects families, community providers, and experts to share evidence-based practices, practical strategies and resources that improve care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities.

Topics include:
• Why Parent Coaching Works
• Promoting Joint Attention
• Social Communication Development
• Behavior and Emotional Regulation
• Sensory Processing

Each session features a brief educational presentation followed by an interactive discussion where participants can learn from experts and one another.

Please note that all sessions are conducted entirely in Spanish.

Dates: August 13 – December 10, 2026
Schedule: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 9:00–10:30 AM (Pacific Time)

Registration Link: https://ucdavis.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ez7RdeWIyTOKtU

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Acompáñenos en ECHO: Capacitación en Intervenciones Mediadas por Padres, una serie virtual y gratuita del UC Davis MIND Institute dirigida a familias y proveedores de habla hispana.

Project ECHO es un modelo interactivo de aprendizaje que conecta a familias, proveedores comunitarios y expertos para compartir estrategias prácticas, recursos e intervenciones basadas en evidencia que apoyan a niños con autismo y otras discapacidades del desarrollo.

Los temas incluyen:
• Por qué el Parent Coaching funciona
• Promoviendo la Atención Conjunta
• Desarrollo de la Comunicación Social
• Conducta y Regulación Emocional
• Procesamiento Sensorial

Cada sesión incluye una breve presentación educativa seguida de una conversación interactiva donde los participantes pueden aprender de los expertos y compartir experiencias. Todas las sesiones se llevarán a cabo completamente en español

Fechas: 13 de agosto – 10 de diciembre de 2026
Horario: Segundo jueves de cada mes
Hora: 9:00–10:30 a. m. (Hora del Pacífico)

Enlace para Registrarse: https://ucdavis.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ez7RdeWIyTOKtU

Image description: Developmental-behavioral pediatrician Bibiana Restrepo, in a white doctor's coat, sits at a desk in her office, which has a window with a view of greenery and the MIND Institute building. She is holding paperwork in her hand and meeting online with four individuals on the ECHO team.