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FPWR Research Team Presents Latest Grants for PWS Studies [VIDEO]
On June 23, FPWR research staff members Theresa Strong and Jessica Bohonowych presented a webinar reviewing recent initiatives funded through FPWR. The webinar is available on video below. It includes an overview of newly funded studies, new opportunities and advances in... Read more »
Published: June 28, 2017 - 4:00 pm
Mom's Message to PWS Parents: Pride and Love Will Fill Your Heart
A special contribution by guest blogger Laura Capone Laura shared her story via our Stories of Hope questionnaire. Has your child exceeded your expectations? A million times yes! We were given a very low expectation for Tommy's future, but he is a... Read more »
Published: June 23, 2017 - 4:00 pm
Dr. Hof Looks for Link Between Brain Neurons and Mental Health in PWS
Cognition, social behavior, and decision-making are common challenges among individuals with PWS. The brain region that controls many of these functions is called the frontal lobe. To date, there has been little work on understanding differences in this part of the... Read more »
Published: June 21, 2017 - 4:00 pm

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