Fragile X Research Foundation of Canada Archives • FRAXA Research Foundation

Fragile X Syndrome: In Pursuit of a Cure Webinar

July 29, 2021

Global webinar “Fragile X Syndrome: In Pursuit of a Cure” on July 22, 2021 commemorated World Fragile X Day. Over 5,000 registered from more than 50 countries.

We Started Out Small, Now Look…

May 13, 2021

Join FRAXA in lighting up the world on July 22 for World Fragile X Day—together, we shine teal for Fragile X awareness!

Targeting Adiponectin to Treat Fragile X Syndrome

October 29, 2019

Boosting adiponectin, a hormone that regulates metabolism, may improve cognition and behavior in Fragile X. Early results suggest it can restore brain plasticity.

Reintroducing FMRP via Tat to Reduce Symptoms of Fragile X Syndrome

March 26, 2019

A FRAXA-funded team found that a shortened FMRP protein, delivered with a Tat “carrier,” restores brain signaling and improves behavior in Fragile X mice.

Metformin and Aberrant Insulin Signaling in a Fragile X Mouse Model

November 2, 2018

FRAXA-funded research is revealing how insulin signaling is altered in Fragile X and whether lowering it, including with metformin, could ease symptoms.

18th International Fragile X and Related Neurodevelopmental Disorders Workshop, Quebec, Canada

Fragile X in the Forefront of International Conference

October 12, 2017

The 18th International Fragile X Workshop kicks off in Quebec, uniting global scientists to share breakthroughs in Fragile X and ASD.

Encouraging Results from First Trial of Minocycline in Fragile X

October 10, 2010

A clinical trial of minocycline in children with Fragile X found significantly better global improvement vs. placebo, supporting its safety and potential.