Dr Niko Kargas, University of Lincoln, College of Social Science, School of Psychology, Director of Autism Research and Innovation Centre (ARIC)

The ARIC is a multi-disciplinary research centre that delivers real world research grounded in the needs of people on the autism spectrum, their families and the professionals that support them.

The Mission

The mission of the ARIC is to create a diverse and inclusive environment where community knowledge and academic expertise merge and complement each other in productive and impactful ways. The centre studies and develops evidence-based innovative approaches that are used by professionals across education, business, health and social services with the aim of enriching the lives of autistic people and their families.


University of Lincoln, College of Social Science Research

Dr Niko Kargas, School of Psychology, Director of the Autism Research & Innovation Centre (ARIC)