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2024 Research Updates

Research is the answer to one day making FA a treatable, manageable disease. Here, you'll discover the most recent strides in FA research and activities funded by FCF. Every quarter, we'll bring you updates on newly funded grants, ongoing projects, and significant milestones.

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A Day at the 2019 FAdult Meeting with Mary-Beth

Hola FAmilia ?? my name is Mary-Beth. At this year’s FAdult Meeting in Chicago, we did something special one day. I took over FARF’s Facebook on the first day of the FAdult Meeting to share a little behind the scenes...

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European FA Organizations Form Umbrella Group

Following a successful bid for an international support grant offed by FARF, Fanconi Hope in the UK and Fanconi Anemie Werkgroep of the VOKK (Dutch Parents, Children and Cancer Association), Netherlands, are setting up a new group called FA Europe. This will...

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Gene Therapy in Fanconi Anemia: An Update

Why gene therapy? We know that Fanconi anemia (FA) is caused by defects in any one of 23 different genes called “FANC” genes. If we could somehow repair or replace these defective FANC genes, we could treat or prevent FA...

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A Pursuit in Genetics

In my early high school days, I noticed that I had a knack for biology, and specifically, genetics. It has always made sense to me and it sparks joy in my life. I know what you’re thinking – very nerdy....

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Cultivating Wellbeing in Our Lives

Do you feel content and balanced in your life? Do you live with a sense of purpose? Do you find ways to stay energized and connected to your community? Some people may answer yes to those questions, but for many,...

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Fanconi Anemia Research Fund and NORD Launch Natural History Study of Fanconi Anemia

Research study is open to participants worldwide to advance understanding and treatments for the rare disease Fanconi anemia, diagnosed and confirmed through a combination of clinical findings and genetic analysis Eugene, OR, September 2019 — Today the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund...

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