Multi-Omics Research in Autism

GEMMA (Genome, Environment, Microbiome and Metabolome in Autism) project is a longitudinal, observational, and prospective Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) study that uses a unique multi-omics model to discover potential biomarkers of ASD.

about us

The GEMMA project team consists of an EU consortium of researchers that are funded by the European Commission as part of Horizon 2020 Program. This study team aims to develop a greater understanding of autism-related symptoms and its comorbidity to gastrointestinal dysfunction. The study is currently enrolling infants that are 0-6 months of age who already have a sibling diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This project will provide comprehensive autism assessments for these infants starting at 12 months of age up until age 3.

Published scientific articles

Here is the list of all articles published by the GEMMA team in international journals and accessible to all

Scientific Conferences

Here is the list of abstract published by the GEMMA team in international conferences

News

The European Community portal reports the results of the GEMMA project just presented at the global summit held in Salerno on 30 April 2026

Can autism risk be identified before symptoms appear? New research links microbiome, genetics and early behaviour to future autism risk and prevention. Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) affect millions of families worldwide, yet diagnosis often comes only after behavioural symptoms become evident. By that stage, opportunities for earlier support or preventive

May 15, 2026

GEMMA Final Conference | Results, Impact and Future Perspectives

April 30, 2026 | Salone dei Marmi, Palazzo di Città – Salerno, Italy After seven years of activity, the GEMMA Project (Genome, Environment, Microbiome & Metabolome in Autism) has reached its final phase. The EBRIS Foundation, as the project’s lead entity, is pleased to announce the GEMMA Final Conference: Results,

April 2, 2026

The CNR participated in the eGeH25 discussing the exposome and presenting the GEMMA project

The CNR participated in the eGeH25 (eGoverment and eHealth one digital health) event, held at the Pio XI Hospital in Desio (Monza Brianza) on July 10, 2025, discussing the exposome and presenting the GEMMA project. The event was organized to mark the 49th anniversary of the environmental accident that caused

July 22, 2025

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Our Partners

European Biomedical Research Institute Salerno (EBRIS)

Salerno, Italy

Person in charge of the project: Prof. Alessio Fasano