Genes and Gems for Fragile X Research

Genes and Gems Fundraiser raises $40,000 for Fragile X Research

April 20, 2017

Over 300 guests joined the Genes & Gems fundraiser in Columbus, raising funds for FRAXA and hearing from Dr. Craig Erickson of Cincinnati Children’s.

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Dr. Craig Erickson - Fragile X research

Aripiprazole as a Treatment for Fragile X Syndrome

June 28, 2018

Many medications are used to help people with Fragile X cope. But few clinical trials have been done on these drugs. Years ago FRAXA funded Dr. Craig Erickson to run a trial of aripiprazole (aka Abilify). FRAXA guest writer Hannah Miles recently caught up with Dr. Erickson to learn the results of the trial.

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Genes & Gems Raises $56,000 for Fragile X Research!

December 10, 2019

Ohio families hosted the unforgettable Genes & Gems event on Nov 16, 2019 at the Renaissance Columbus Hotel to support FRAXA research.

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Events to Benefit Fragile X Research

August 8, 2013

Who runs FRAXA fundraisers? Parents who want a Fragile X cure for their children. Grandparents, brothers, sisters, aunts and uncles, and friends who want a Fragile X cure. We are truly grateful to all the volunteers who run FRAXA fundraisers. Please join us at an event and feel the magic. Or, run your own event. Help get closer to the cure!

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Friends of FRAXA running for Fragile X research

Run Your Own Event

June 25, 2019

Hold your own event to raise funds and awareness for Fragile X. It’s easy if you start close to home. Raise money in honor of someone you love, ask friends and family to help, do something that makes you feel great! You could also contact your local media and see if they will feature your event and your story.

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Fragile X Syndrome Research & Treatment • FRAXA Research Foundation – Finding a Cure for Fragile X

February 20, 2019

FRAXA Research Foundation’s mission is to find effective treatments and ultimately a cure for Fragile X syndrome. Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of autism and intellectual disabilities. We directly fund research grants and fellowships at top universities around the world. We partner with biomedical and pharmaceutical companies, large and small, to bridge the gap between research discoveries and actual treatments.

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