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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Joyce Owen
Director Emeritus | PhD
Joyce was a dear friend and neighbor of co-founders Lynn and David Frohnmayer; their daughters were playmates. When Kirsten Frohnmayer was diagnosed with FA, they were all devastated. Joyce, a molecular biologist, was able to help interpret information. When the Frohnmayers founded FARF, Joyce was one of the earliest board members. She did the page layout and editing of the FA Family Newsletter for a number of years, and several editions of the Handbook for Families and Guidelines for Clinical Care. She also designed the first FARF website.
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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.
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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).