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Project

6.b. Fragile X Research

Center:

CA-UC Davis at the MIND Institute, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2011

Contact Information:

Randi Hagerman
[email protected]
916-703-0247

Project Description:

The Fragile X Research and Treatment Center performs clinical evaluations and treatment of patients with fragile X and studies the association between molecular variations in the fragile X gene and the physical, behavioral and cognitive features of both children and adults affected with fragile X syndrome and in those who carry the premutation form of the gene. The Center staff includes specialists in molecular biology, pediatrics, molecular genetics, psychiatry, psychology, neurology, genetic counseling, speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, neurobiology, pathology and social work.

Keyword(s):

Fragile X

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Not Applicable

Funding Source:

Federal

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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