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Gene Modifying Therapy Research: Accelerating Toward a Cure

Wednesday, July 22, 2020

By Dominique Pichard, MD, Chief Science Officer, Rettsyndrome.org We wanted to explain this incredibly complicated work and at the same time let you know that we’ve got you covered. We are working hard to provide a better life for your loved ones with Rett syndrome. It is believed that the greatest life improvements will come … Read More

Rettsyndrome.org Launches Rett Research Ready™ and myRett Trial Finder

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Program supports participation in clinical trials to develop treatments for the rare condition Rettsyndrome.org has launched a program to enable families with loved ones affected by Rett syndrome to explore and participate in clinical research. Rett Research Ready™ is an online platform that includes education, resources and support to help families consider volunteering for research … Read More

Board of Directors Welcomes Alan Shukovsky —The Father of a Boy Living With Rett

Friday, July 10, 2020

When Alan Shukovsky and his wife, Eva, were getting married, their rabbi told them that it was really important for their family to find a personal mission—a cause—they could support throughout their lives. Alan and Eva Shukovsky welcomed their son Grayson on April 2, 2015, but at around six months they became concerned about his … Read More

COVID-19 Message for the Rett Community

Thursday, 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 Medical Advisor on returning to therapies and schools. Rett Clinic Re-opening Status The following information summarizes U.S. clinics’ re-opening status for clinical care of Rett … Read More

IRSF Announces New Scientific Advisory Board

Thursday, April 30, 2020

Exceptional Group of Scientific Leaders to Guide Foundation’s Research Investment As IRSF’s Chief Science Officer, a physician, and a mom to a teenager with Rett syndrome, I am dedicated to overcoming the challenges presented by Rett syndrome’s complexity on the research front. Recognizing that the best way to do this is to have input from … Read More