Autistic researchers often choose not to attend scientific meetings to avoid social and sensory overload, and to protect their mental health. Yet, there are simple, effective measures that conference organizers can introduce to foster inclusive and equitable environments for neurodiverse scientists.
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The author was supported by the Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation. The funder had no role in the design of the study; in the collection, analyses or interpretation of data; in the writing of the manuscript, or in the decision to publish it.
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