Antisense Oligonucleotide (ASO) therapy being explored in Fragile X syndrome!
A publication was released this week summarizing one lab’s discovery that could lead to a future treatment for Fragile X- ASO therapy.
Study: Language, executive function, and quality of life of those with the Fragile X premutation
Researchers at the Waisman Center at UW-Madison are recruiting adults with the Fragile X premutation for a study on language, executive function, and quality of life.
Views and Experiences of Caregiver Coaching in Early Childhood Speech-Language Services: A Survey of Caregivers and Speech-Language Pathologists
The Research in Developmental Disabilities and Language Lab at The University of Wisconsin-Madison is conducting a survey to learn about you and your child’s experiences in speech therapy during early childhood.
Study: Behavioural and Emotional Outcomes in individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (BEOND)
The Cerebra Network for Neurodevelopmental Disorders is conducting a survey to learn more about behaviour, social functioning, sleep, hyperactivity, mood, physical and mental health, as well as family functioning and wellbeing, and how these change over time.
Allos Pharma Inc. Receives FDA Guidance and Support for their Phase 3 Trial of Arbaclofen in Fragile X Syndrome
Allos Pharma Inc. received invaluable FDA feedback on the design of their Phase 3 trial for arbaclofen for the treatment of Fragile X syndrome.
The effect of college degree attainment on neurodegenerative symptoms in genetically at-risk women
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin explored the relationship between obtaining a college degree and the manifestation of the neurodegenerative symptoms of FXTAS among women at elevated genetic risk.
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome rating scale: Revision and content validity using a mixed method approach
Researchers across several institutions set out to develop a revised version of the FXTAS-RS designed to specifically assess FXTAS motor signs.
Developing the Fragile X Syndrome-Health Index (FXS-HI): A Caregiver-Reported Outcome Measure
The Center of Health and Technology’s (CheT) Outcomes Division is conducting caregiver interviews to learn about and determine the most important symptoms to individuals with FXS to create an outcome measure for FXS.
FMR1 CGG Repeats and Stress Influence Self-Reported Cognitive Functioning in Mothers
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin looked at the relationship and influence of FMR1 CGG repeats and stress on self-reported cognitive functioning in mothers.
The diagnostic experience of women with fragile X–associated primary ovarian insufficiency (FXPOI)
Researchers at Emory University conducted qualitative interviews with 24 women with FXPOI exploring how FMR1 screening, physician education, and supportive care impacted their experience receiving a diagnosis. Their results are in!
Fragile X Premutation Panel Discussion
Panelists Drs. David Hessl, Emily Allen, Deborah Hall and Randi Hagerman share their expertise on the Fragile X premutation at the 18th International Fragile X Conference.
7 Things You Didnʼt Learn About Fragile X in Biology Class
Fragile X is one of the more complicated conditions to explain, so we are sharing 7 basic facts about the biology and genetics of Fragile X
Now Enrolling! Tetra Therapeutics Shares Details of FXS Trials in a Short Video
Tetra Therapeutics Shares Details of the Now Enrolling FXS Trials in a Short Video.
Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program’s FY 23 Funding Opportunities Webinar for Researchers
Dr. Kathryn Argue share tips for applying for PRMRP funding with Fragile X professionals.
Congratulations to the 2022 NFXF Summer Scholar Recipients
We asked our 2022 NFXF-funded Randi J Hagerman Summer Scholars to summarize their summer project in a 15-minute video presentation, and here they are!