Dr. James Burkett (IMAGE) University of Toledo Caption Dr. James Burkett, an assistant professor of neuroscience at The University of Toledo, is the author of a new study that suggests early exposure to a common class of insecticides called pyrethroids may increase the risk of autism and other developmental disorders. Credit The University of Toledo Usage Restrictions With credit to UToledo License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.