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Dr. Varun Warrier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Department of Psychology. His research focuses on neurogenetic factors influencing autism, developmental disorders, and psychiatric conditions, with an emphasis on genetic and neuroimaging methodologies. He explores topics such as autism etiology, cognitive development, and the impact of environmental factors like child maltreatment or breastfeeding on neurodevelopmental outcomes. His work integrates large-scale genomic data, neuroimaging, and longitudinal studies to understand complex phenotypes. Dr. Warrier’s recent studies include investigations into polygenic risk scores for autism, genetic influences on brain structure, and the role of rare variants in sex differences in autism. He collaborates on projects analyzing developmental milestones, mental health comorbidities, and translational research in clinical populations.
His research interests span autism genetics, neuroimaging phenotypes, and the interplay between genetic and environmental factors in psychopathology. He has contributed to studies on brain functional networks, cortical organization, and the biological basis of cognitive abilities like memory and systemizing. Dr. Warrier’s work often involves interdisciplinary approaches, combining computational methods with clinical data to enhance predictive models for neurodevelopmental outcomes.
