Waisman Center

Advancing knowledge of human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases.
Mom and dad with young children on beach

Parenting beliefs are a more effective indicator of early language skills in children than socioeconomic status

The Full Story
Hero Image: Children and learning fractions and ratios.

New study could change the way fractions are taught

Read the story

Meet ARTEMIS: The new AI helping researchers reconstruct the hidden stories of cell development

Read more
The Wisconsin LEND Program prepares individuals with disabilities to engage in policy discussions, giving them the tools and confidence to make their voices heard.

WI LEND prepares individuals with disabilities to engage in policy discussions

The story here
Waisman Whirl

Waisman Whirl Run, Walk & Roll for All Abilities
September 27, 2025

Register Today!
Father and son - Dembo story

Health trajectory of mothers of children with developmental disabilities shows a ‘wear-and-tear’ effect starting around age 65

The story here
low-protein cooking and gardening

Low-protein cooking and gardening for individuals with PKU

Plus recipes | Read here
Four people standing next to each other and a gene regulatory map

Genetic blueprint behind early brain development uncovered by team of Waisman investigators

Read more
New clinic number

New Clinic Phone Number! 608-915-0680

Update Your Files
BioLibrary - Be Included.

Research team receive $9 million NIH grant to study Down syndrome

Learn more here

Featured News & Events

John D. Wiley Seminar Series

The Wiley Seminar Series will return in September 2025

New Clinic Phone Number

608-915-0680 (8 am – 4:30 pm)
NOTE: This is a new phone number as of 5/1/25. Please update your records.

Slide of the Week

Anita Bhattacharyya, PhD
Single-nucleus analysis reveals oxidative stress in Down syndrome basal forebrain neurons at birth

Your Gift Makes a Difference

Your generosity enables us to advance the boundaries of science and provide critical treatment
and services to individuals and families who seek our help. » Learn More

Wiley Seminar Series

More events

News

Events

More events

Give

Your generosity enables us to advance the boundaries of science and provide critical treatment and services to individuals and families who seek our help.

Participate in Research

The Clinical Translational Core links individuals and families to Waisman Center research projects. You can enroll in our registry and be notified when a study you qualify for is seeking participants.

Campus Seminars

A wide range of seminars from a number of campus departments and centers.