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The FPWR Therapeutic Accelerator Program: Bridging Research and Development

Much of the research supported by FPWR is considered “basic science” or “discovery” research. The goal of these projects is to make measurements and collect data that define Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) and advance our understanding of the molecular b...

April 24, 2025 Read More

Topics: News

Growing Up Alongside PWS: The Hidden Struggles and Strengths of Siblings

Lauren Schwartz-Roth, clinical psychologist and mom to a young adult with PWS, shares insights on supporting siblings and recognizing serious mental health challenges in her new guide. Raising a family is never easy, and parenting a child with PWS ad...

April 10, 2025 Read More

Topics: Resource Development, Research, Parents

DCCR (VYKAT XR) Approved for Treating Hyperphagia in Prader-Willi Syndrome

We are thrilled to share that the FDA has approved the first treatment for hyperphagia (excessive hunger) in individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). VYKAT XR (previously referred to as DCCR) is now approved for adults and children 4 years of ag...

March 26, 2025 Read More

Topics: News

Announcing the Launch of the Global Schaaf-Yang Syndrome Registry

FPWR is pleased to announce the launch of the Global Schaaf-Yang Syndrome Registry, an online registry for individuals with Schaaf-Yang syndrome (SYS) and their parents/caregivers.

March 17, 2025 Read More

Topics: SYS

Your Impact 2024

Everything we do is made possible by you—our dedicated supporters and partners on this journey. Since 2003, FPWR has been committed to finding and funding the most promising research to advance treatments for Prader-Willi and Schaaf-Yang syndromes. T...

March 13, 2025 Read More

School Interrupted: Three Families Share their Experiences with PWS and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness at School

Harmony Biosciences recently interviewed three families about their experiences with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), excessive daytime sleepiness, and school.

March 10, 2025 Read More

The Power of Representation in the PWS Community

When Karine’s son, Olivier, was diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), she searched for something beyond medical information—she was looking for people who looked like him. She wanted to see a future for her child, one that felt familiar and hop...

March 4, 2025 Read More

Topics: Parents, Partners, PWS People, Advocacy

FPWR Announces Executive Committee Appointments and Welcomes New Board Members for 2025

The Foundation for Prader-Willi Research (FPWR) is excited to announce key updates to its board leadership and membership for 2025. With these changes, FPWR continues to prioritize its mission of eliminating the challenges of Prader-Willi syndrome (P...

February 24, 2025 Read More

Urgent Action Needed: NIH Cuts Threaten Critical Research

On February 7th, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced a drastic, immediate reduction in overhead funding for universities, medical centers, and research institutions—cutting indirect costs to a flat 15% rate. This significant reduction j...

February 20, 2025 Read More

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The FPWR Therapeutic Accelerator Program: Bridging Research and Development

Growing Up Alongside PWS: The Hidden Struggles and Strengths of Siblings

DCCR (VYKAT XR) Approved for Treating Hyperphagia in Prader-Willi Syndrome

Announcing the Launch of the Global Schaaf-Yang Syndrome Registry

Your Impact 2024

School Interrupted: Three Families Share their Experiences with PWS and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness at School

The Power of Representation in the PWS Community

FPWR Announces Executive Committee Appointments and Welcomes New Board Members for 2025

Urgent Action Needed: NIH Cuts Threaten Critical Research

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