Mina Johnson-Glenberg, PhD, at University of Wisconsin, FRAXA research grant

Neural Network Model of Working Memory in Fragile X Syndrome

FRAXA-funded Dr. Johnson-Glenberg explored how Fragile X impacts memory and learning, offering insight into cognitive challenges.

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Melatonin Clinical Trial in Fragile X

FRAXA-funded Dr. Hagerman’s UC team explored melatonin’s effects in Fragile X, advancing understanding of treatment options. Results published.

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Paul Hagerman, PhD

FMR1 Gene Regulation

FRAXA-funded Dr. Paul Hagerman explored reactivating the FMR1 gene and measuring its expression to advance Fragile X treatment.

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Longitudinal Study of Children with Fragile X

With $30K from FRAXA, Dr. Don Bailey’s UNC team studied how children with Fragile X develop, focusing on learning, language, and behavior.

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Transport of the Fragile X Protein

With $123K from FRAXA, Dr. Alan Tartakoff at Case Western studied how FMRP moves in the brain and advanced antibody tools for Fragile X research.

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Jean-Louis Mandel, PhD, at Strasbourg, FRAXA research grant

Characterization of Two Novel FMRP Interacting Proteins

With $30K from FRAXA, Dr. Jean-Louis Mandel’s Strasbourg team studied two proteins to reveal how FMRP loss affects brain function in Fragile X.

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Synaptic Plasticity and Olfactory Learning in Fragile X

With $40K from FRAXA, Dr. John Larson’s UIC team used mice’s sense of smell to study memory, learning, and Fragile X–related brain function.

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Reactivation of the FMR1 Gene in Fragile X Patients Cells in Culture

FRAXA-funded Dr. Neri’s team in Italy tested strategies to reactivate the Fragile X gene, advancing curative research.

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Karel Svoboda, PhD, at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, FRAXA research grant

Imaging of Neocortical Dendritic Spine Maturation in FMR1 Knockout Mice Using Two-Photon Laser Scanning Microscopy

With $30K from FRAXA, Dr. Karel Svoboda’s team at Cold Spring Harbor studied dendritic spine changes in Fragile X mouse brain circuits.

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W Ted Brown, MD, PhD

Improving Memory Reversal Testing and Treatment with AMPAkines in the Fragile X Knock-Out Mouse

FRAXA-funded Dr. W. Ted Brown studied learning deficits in Fragile X mice and tested Ampakine drugs for potential treatment.

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