Robin Kochel

Dr. Robin Kochel is an Associate Professor at the Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics. She leads the Kochel Lab for Clinical Autism Research, focusing on autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental regression, genotype-phenotype relationships, and vaccine hesitancy. Her work bridges clinical research and community engagement through collaborations with Texas Children's Hospital and SPARK for Autism.

• NIH Grants: R03HD080998 (Paternal Brain Responses to Infant Cues) and R03HD072102 (Carnitine Deficiency and ASD Regression)

Dr. Kochel investigates parental perceptions of autism etiology, particularly vaccine-related concerns, and their impact on healthcare decisions. Her research spans genetic testing in ASD, teletherapy for anxiety management, and diversity in research recruitment. She also explores 16p11.2 chromosomal rearrangements and their links to language, cognition, and neuropsychiatric outcomes.

Recent publications highlight her focus on CBT interventions for autistic youth, genetic subtypes, and cross-cultural vaccine hesitancy. Collaborators include institutions like the Simons VIP Consortium and We Rock the Spectrum. Dr. Kochel prioritizes translating findings into community resources for families and advocates for evidence-based recruitment in autism studies.