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Brain imaging shows structural differences between the PWS vs. non-PWS brain

It is well known that individuals with PWS often exhibit developmental delays and impaired cognition compare to typically developing peers. There is also evidence that those with PWS are at higher risk than the general population for mental health pr...
March 6, 2015 Read More

Topics: Research

Latest FPWR News - February 2015

Dr. Sebastien Bouret at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is interested in how levels of hormones that regulate appetite impact brain function. Specifically, his group is exploring how levels of these hormones early in life influence brain development ...
February 18, 2015 Read More

Topics: Research

Abnormal ghrelin early in life programs the brain for obesity

Dr. Sebastien Bouret at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is interested in how levels of hormones that regulate appetite impact brain function. Specifically, his group is exploring how levels of these hormones early in life influence brain development ...
January 22, 2015 Read More

Topics: Research

2014 Year in Review

In 2014 FPWR proudly supported 20 projects and initiatives! Thanks to the keen guidance of our scientific advisory board and volunteer review panel, this portfolio of projects represent the best ideas in the world and will advance the science of PWS ...
December 31, 2014 Read More

Topics: Research

2014 Research Conference Wrap Up

"I am blown away by [the FPWR Research Conference]. It has been an honor and a privilege to come and present. FPWR is an amazing foundation. The families I met are just the most wonderful people.The spirit amongst you, the motivation, and the energy ...
November 24, 2014 Read More

Topics: Research

New York City Gala to Honor Extraordinary Contributions to Prader Willi Syndrome

The Foundation for Prader-Willi Research will honor the contributions of New York philanthropists Irina and Leon Shaulov. On November 13, 2014 the Foundation for Prader-Willi Research (FPWR) will hold its 2nd annual New York City Live Life FULL Gala ...
November 6, 2014 Read More

Topics: Research

[VIDEO] Olivia Viroslav: 'Every One of Your Children Has a Good Future'

Olivia Viroslav graduated from Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio, TX in the top third of her class with an A average for all 4 years. She was also on the A/B Honor Roll every semester. While in high school, she was very involved with her youth...
October 9, 2014 Read More

Topics: Stories of Hope

Calling all Federal Military, Postal and Civilian Workers: Its CFC Pledge Time Again!

Its CFC Pledge Time Again! The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is the world's largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign. Each year, Federal employees raise millions of dollars on behalf of charitable organizations across the count...
September 19, 2014 Read More

Topics: Research

Cartwheels for a Cure

FRIENDS OF FPWR SPOTLIGHT We've flipped for this fundraising idea! David and Andrea Piercey of Massachusetts took a little inspiration from the ALS ice bucket challenge that has taken social media by storm...and literally flipped it! Just last month,...
September 18, 2014 Read More

Topics: Research

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The Foundation for Prader-Willi Research (federal tax id 31-1763110) is a nonprofit corporation with federal tax exempt status as a public charity under section 501(c)(3).

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