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About Rett Syndrome

Rett syndrome is a rare non-inherited genetic postnatal neurological disorder that occurs primarily in girls and more rarely in boys. Rett syndrome leads to severe impairments, affecting nearly every aspect of the child’s life. Finding trusted information is the first step towards simplifying this journey. The information found here is reliable, current and vetted by global experts in the field of Rett syndrome.

What is Rett Syndrome?

Rett syndrome is a unique postnatal neurological disorder that is first recognized in infancy and seen almost always in girls, but can be rarely seen in boys.

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Living with Rett

Life with Rett syndrome presents many challenges. It also presents so many opportunities for joy! We want to help you in your journey of living with Rett syndrome.

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Be Empowered

Get latest information on clinical trials, Rettsyndrome.org educational programs, and local resources to help your family or loved one thrive.

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Our Mission

For 20 years, we have relentlessly pursued advanced and comprehensive research to transform the lives of all those affected by Rett syndrome. We are focused on delivering treatments and ultimately a cure for Rett syndrome while empowering families with the resources, connections and encouragement they need to thrive.

480

Research projects

$49M

In funded research

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Active Clinical trials

14

Centers of Excellence

Our Approach

Transforming the lives of those with Rett syndrome today and tomorrow

Rett syndrome is an incredibly complex disorder that will require a multi-pronged approach to treat and cure. Our unwavering strategy focuses on treatment medications, gene therapy and neuro-habilitative therapies, and we are bringing the first and only treatment that addresses the underlying biology for Rett syndrome into the final phase of clinical testing.

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This Month’s Feature

Meir Lotan, PhD

Dr. Meir Lotan is researching a physical therapy intervention program for those with Rett syndrome diagnosed with scoliosis.

COVID-19 Message for the Rett Community

June 25, 2020

6.25.20 COVID-19 Community Update As many states begin to re-open, we want to share the following message containing the re-opening status of the U.S. Rett Clinics and guidance from Rettsyndrome.org’s... Read More

Rettsyndrome.org Announces New Scientific Advisory Board

April 30, 2020

Exceptional Group of Scientific Leaders to Guide Foundation’s Research Investment As Rettsyndrome.org’s Chief Science Officer, a physician, and a mom to a teenager with Rett syndrome, I am dedicated to... Read More