Rachel Grove

Dr. Rachel Grove is a Chancellor's Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney's School of Public Health. Her research focuses on understanding the challenges and strengths experienced by autistic people, with emphasis on autistic women, girls and gender diverse people. She leads the development of an autistic-led research agenda and works to break down stereotypes and inequities in autism identification and support.

Her research addresses:

• Autistic-led research methodologies
• Mental health and misdiagnosis in autistic adults
• Sex differences in autism presentation
• Ageing in autistic populations
• Participatory research approaches

Recent publications demonstrate commitment to participatory methods, focus on underrepresented groups in autism research, and investigation of biological and environmental factors. Research consistently incorporates autistic perspectives and addresses lifespan development considerations.

Awards include the Chancellor's Research Fellowship and Indonesian Research Roadshow Scholarship. She serves as a clinical psychologist alongside her research and teaches psychology and public health courses. Current projects include 'Insights into the mental health and wellbeing of autistic youth in Australia'.