My lab’s vision for the next five years is to apply what we have learned to develop molecules that can alter FA protein behavior. These could be used to treat cancer or alter gene editing outcomes.
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A common phrase in the FA community is "I'm just waiting for the other shoe to drop." Living with this amount of uncertainty can take a toll. Join fellow FA caregiver, Allison Breininger, for a group discussion about what it's like living with the unknown and ways we can find...
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming FA Family Retreat, taking place at The Painted Turtle from August 1-5, 2024. The Family Retreat offers a unique opportunity for families registered with us to participate in presentations by leading researchers and physicians specializing in Fanconi anemia (FA). Attendees will benefit...
The Retreat for Adults with FA takes place every fall in a different city. It’s an opportunity for individuals with FA ages 18+ to meet other adults with FA, learn about medical and research updates, attend support sessions, and participate in voluntary research studies. We are excited to continue providing...
In the FA community, we may experience grief at the loss of members of our FAmily, grief about parts of our lives that are different than we expected, and anticipatory grief about the losses we predict may occur. Join fellow FA caregiver, Allison Breininger, for a group discussion about how...
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In a world where every day presents new challenges, my 11-year-old son, Omar, from Oman, stands out for his resilience and eagerness to raise awareness about Fanconi anemia. Diagnosed at just five years old, we truly believe his journey is a testament to hope and the strength of the human spirit.
That's why we're thrilled to announce the launch of the Fanconi Cancer Foundation-AACR NextGen Grant for Transformative Cancer Research, a flagship funding opportunity in partnership with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR).