Boston Children’s Hospital Study: Neural Markers in Fragile X Syndrome
The purpose of this study is to improve our understanding of how differences in brain activity affect learning, language, and behavior in children with Fragile X Syndrome.
A note to all of our volunteers
*Actual Linda Sorensen not shown I have always been in awe of the strength and courage of each of you. I know life with Fragile X isn’t easy, and making a commitment to [...]
First “All in for Fragile X” Casino Night a Success!
Central Alabama held its first annual “All in for Fragile X” casino night to benefit the National Fragile X Foundation and its Central Alabama Chapter. It was held at Heatherwood Hills Country Club and featured [...]
A Fun Moms’ Night Out!
Five moms met in East Windsor, CT on March 14th where they shared a meal, talked about housing, getting ready for adult services and had all around a lot of fun! One of the most [...]
MGH/Harvard Study: Assessment of Glutamatergic Neurosystem in Fragile X Syndrome for Targeted Therapy
The aim of the study is to examine problems with a chemical messenger called glutamate in the brain in Fragile X syndrome, and how it impacts sensory, motor and cognitive abilities and implicated structural and functional connectivity.
Cheers to raising $6,000! Read about the annual Brewfest!
We are very excited to announce that we raised nearly $6,000 this year at the annual Greater Atlanta BrewFest! We gathered on March 24th in Kennesaw, GA, with great beer, amazing BBQ, live music, and [...]
Volunteer Highlight: Rachel DeLine
Written by Kimberly Powell Beer is hard work! Just ask Rachel DeLine, Greater Atlanta Chapter Leader. The Greater Atlanta area has been steadily growing in the craft beer industry with more and more breweries [...]
10 Pins Down! The Bowling Fundraiser Was A Success!
In February, the friends in Woodbridge, NJ raised over $300 for Fragile X at a bowling fundraiser and family event. It was organized by a high school sophomore, Vanshi Shah, in honor of [...]
Emory Study: Men With the FXTAS Premutation
The Modifiers of Fragile X-Associated Disorders (FX-MOD) study is trying to answer the question, why do some people develop tremor and balance issues and others do not?