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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Richard Gelinas
Senior Research Scientist | PhD | Seattle, WA
Dr. Gelinas has worked on problems of gene structure and function for his entire career. At ISB he uses advanced RNA and protein profiling methods to identify biomarkers for diseases of the brain, heart, and lung. He also contributes to studies of the genetic basis of mental disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease and bipolar disorder and bone marrow disorders such as Fanconi Anemia.
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At the 2025 Fanconi Cancer Foundation Scientific Symposium in Minneapolis, the Foundation presented its Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. John E. Wagner, MD, in recognition of his decades of groundbreaking work and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of people with Fanconi anemia (FA).
Nearly 300 members of the global Fanconi anemia community gathered in Minneapolis for the 2025 Scientific Symposium and Retreat for Adults with FA, three days that blended science, lived experience, and hope.