Research assistant for the Autism Microbiota Mechanisms Study. Responsible for recruitment, lab work, statistical analysis and data reconfiguration. Received first class for assessment component.“Brandon’s dissertation is investigating the role of respiratory sinus arrhythmia and GI symptoms in ASD psychopathology. His research interests are around if the gut microbiome and vagal tone can be a reliable indicator of a sub-type of autism and the role probiotics can take in treating this.Brandon is also part of the neurodiverse research advisory board, helping current research methodology become more inclusive and ‘autism friendly’ to encourage participation and validity of obtained results. “