UMass Chan Medical School Licenses RNA-Based Therapy to QurAlis, Advancing a New Era in Fragile X Treatment

UMass Chan Medical School licenses RNA-based Fragile X treatment approach using ASOs to QurAlis, moving gene-targeted therapy closer to clinical trials.

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Dr. Jeannie Lee standing in front of a staircase at Harvard Medical School, recipient of the Blavatnik $1M award for Fragile X gene reactivation research

Harvard’s Dr. Jeannie Lee Wins $1M Award to Develop Gene Reactivation Therapy for Fragile X

Dr. Jeannie Lee wins $1M Blavatnik Award to advance FMR1 gene reactivation therapy for Fragile X, building on years of FRAXA-funded research.

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#teamwally gathered in matching Fragile X shirts for a group photo during a family fundraiser

#teamwally: Help Find a Cure for Fragile X Syndrome

Join #teamwally in supporting Fragile X research. Read Wally’s inspiring journey and help fund a future of hope and breakthroughs for kids like him.

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High-resolution image of dendritic spines—tiny structures on neurons that are altered in Fragile X syndrome.

New Research Targets NMDA Receptor – A Key Player in Brain Communication and Fragile X Syndrome

Fragile X syndrome research identifies NMDA receptor as a promising treatment target, with drugs already in trials offering faster paths to human studies.

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Researcher analyzing gait patterns on a treadmill for Fragile X syndrome motor function study.

Fragile X and Fatigue: Study Reveals How Muscle Function is Altered in Children

FRAXA-funded research shows how Fragile X syndrome muscle function affects walking and fatigue, offering insights for future treatments.

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Dr. Thomas Maurin and Dr. Barbara Bardoni, Fragile X researchers and co-authors of a 2025 review on PDE inhibitors published in Cell Reports Medicine.

Fragile X and PDE Inhibitors: A Promising Path Forward for Brain Disorders

Fragile X syndrome research shows PDE inhibitors may improve brain function and behavior, with promise for related neurodevelopmental disorders.

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Urgent Action Needed: Help Secure NIH Funding for Fragile X Research

NIH funding delays threaten Fragile X research, putting critical studies and future treatments at risk. Help us urge Congress and the NIH to act now.

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Advancing Curative Therapy for Fragile X Syndrome: Turner Lab Secures $1M Grant

Fragile X syndrome research accelerates as the Turner Lab secures $1M to expand FRAXA-funded work on curative therapy targeting the missing FMRP protein.

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Help Direct Millions in Fragile X Research Funding – DOD Seeks Reviewers

The DOD’s Fragile X syndrome research program seeks reviewers to help evaluate funding applications. No science background needed—apply by March 7!

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GEXVal and FRAXA Collaborate to Advance Fragile X Research with Phase 2a Trial

GEXVal and FRAXA collaborate to advance Fragile X research with the Phase 2a trial of GXV-001, supported by AMED’s funding program.

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Rowan, a young girl with Fragile X syndrome, standing with her family at a scenic outdoor location, symbolizing love and support.

Help Rowan Thrive: Support Fragile X Research

Join the Gale family in supporting Fragile X research through FRAXA. Help Rowan and others thrive by funding life-changing treatments and advancing curative therapies.

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Discovering Effective Treatments & A Cure for Fragile X Syndrome

Honor Cooper’s Birthday with a Donation to Fragile X Research

Honor Cooper’s birthday by donating to Fragile X syndrome research. Every contribution supports new treatments and hope for a brighter future.

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Support the FRAXA Schutz Family Campaign & #teamwally Campaign

Join the Schutz family in their journey with Fragile X syndrome. Discover Wally’s inspiring progress, the impact of clinical research, and how donations to FRAXA fuel hope for breakthroughs to support families affected by Fragile X.

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Donate to the Clark Family Campaign

Join Stefanie Clark’s heartfelt appeal to support Fragile X research. Help fund breakthroughs for Lucas and others like him. Every dollar makes a difference — donate today!

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Support the Stevenson Family Campaign

The march of time renews the commitment we made to a special needs community 25 years ago. We vowed to dream big and never give up until there were effective treatments available and eventually a cure for Fragile X syndrome, the most commonly inherited cause of intellectual disabilities and autism.

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BK Channel Openers: A New Hope for Fragile X Treatment – Insights from Kaerus Bioscience CEO Robert Ring

Kaerus Bioscience’s BK channel openers for Fragile X syndrome are advancing through Phase 1 trials, offering hope for new treatments with FRAXA’s continued support.

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Investigating the Role of the Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE) in Fragile X Syndrome

This study explores how disrupted insulin signaling affects metabolism and brain function in Fragile X, revealing new treatment targets for both body and mind.

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NPR Spotlights Zatolmilast: A Potential Breakthrough for Fragile X Syndrome

NPR spotlights zatolmilast, a promising investigational drug to treat Fragile X syndrome. Families report life-changing improvements in learning and independence.

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Mark Bear, PhD & Sara Kornfeld Simpson

Altered Physiology of Primary Visual Cortex in Fragile X Syndrome

This team believes inhibitory neurons expressing somatostatin are impaired in Fragile X. They will see if stimulating these neurons has therapeutic potential.

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Gene Editing of FMR1 to Correct FXS Phenotypes in Mice

This team is testing cutting-edge gene editing tools to correct Fragile X mutations in the brain using an advanced new mouse model.

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Fragile X Unplugged: Establishing Mobile EEG as the Next Frontier

A $100,000 FRAXA grant to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is simplifying and testing EEG technology for home use, improving clinical trial accessibility and efficiency.

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Marvel Biosciences Partners with FRAXA to Test MB204 for Fragile X Syndrome

Marvel Biosciences and FRAXA Research Foundation are collaborating to test MB204, a promising new treatment for Fragile X which targets adenosine receptors.

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Identification of the Proteome of Active and Silenced FMR1 Alleles in Human Stem Cells

This project aims to uncover which proteins keep the Fragile X gene silenced. By identifying them, the team hopes to find new ways to switch the FMR1 gene back on.

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Understanding Anxiety in Fragile X: Insights from Dr. Carrie Buchanan’s Webinar

Dr. Carrie Buchanan shares strategies to manage anxiety in individuals with Fragile X syndrome, including non-pharmacological treatments and medication options.

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