Exciting News: The Phelan-McDermid Syndrome DataHub is Now Available in Spanish!
At the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation, we are committed to making resources accessible to all families in our community. That’s why we’re…
Jaguar Gene Therapy Shares New Community Letter and FAQ with Latest Jag201 Clinical Study Details on ClinicalTrials.gov
Important Links:Updated Community Letter & FAQ from Jaguar Gene Therapy (11/5/24)Updated information is highlighted in blueJAG201 Clinical Study Record on ClinicalTrials.govJaguar's…
Welcoming Dr. Lauren Schmitt, PMSF’s New Chief Science Officer
After a very rigorous process with several excellent candidates, we are very excited to welcome Dr. Lauren Schmitt to the PMSF…
PMSF 2024 Grant Award Recipients
In January 2023, PMSF launched its research grants program to fund highly motivated scientists studying Phelan-McDermid syndrome. Our goal was to…
Jaguar Gene Therapy to Initiate Inaugural Pediatric Clinical Trial Targeting Phelan-McDermid syndrome
Jaguar Gene Therapy to Initiate Inaugural Pediatric Clinical Trial Targeting Phelan-McDermid syndrome
Protected: Jaguar Gene Therapy to Start a Clinical Trial in Phelan-McDermid syndrome
Jaguar Gene Therapy receives approval from FDA to conduct gene therapy clinical trials in Phelan-McDermid syndrome.
Jaguar Gene Therapy to Start a Clinical Trial in Phelan-McDermid syndrome
We have breaking news! Jaguar Gene Therapy has received approval from the FDA to conduct a gene therapy clinical trial in Phelan-McDermid syndrome. This is a major milestone for our community and for drug development in Phelan-McDermid syndrome! This will be the first trial aiming to target genetic underpinnings of Phelan-McDermid syndrome.
How are Phelan-McDermid Syndrome and Autism Related?
A large percentage (~75-80%) of people with a Phelan-McDermid syndrome diagnosis also have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. This article…
Neuropsychiatric Support Program
We are very pleased to announce that the Foundation is bringing Dr. Tesi (Teresa) Kohlenberg on part time to assist our Family Support Specialist, Carla D’Imperio, in helping families whose loved ones have neuropsychiatric illness.