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Developing Oligonucleotides To Rescue Missing SNORD115 In PWS [VIDEO]

Dr. Stefan Stamm has been actively involved in the PWS research community for a number of years. His group has received FPWR funding to explore the complex biology of SNORD115 and SNORD116 in PWS, as well as pursue ways to rescue the function of thes...

October 3, 2016 Read More

Topics: Research

Loss Of Magel2 Contributes To Muscle Weakness in PWS

Muscle weakness (hypotonia) is often the most obvious first symptom in newborns with PWS. While hypotonia in infants is most severe, low muscle tone continues to limit endurance and reduce participation in daily activities in children and adults with...

September 20, 2016 Read More

Topics: Research

Real-World Data, Real-World Evidence, and PWS

"Real-world data" and "real-world evidence" (RWD and RWE) are hot buzz words in the fields of healthcare and research. This is an emerging area of data acquisition and analysis, with the potential to transform clinical research and patient care. It i...

September 8, 2016 Read More

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Bearden Research Investigates Early Signs of Psychosis in PWS

Behavior and mental health issues are an important part of Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). In particular, one of the most challenging aspects for families to face is the onset of psychosis (i.e., mental illness characterized by symptoms, such as delusio...

September 5, 2016 Read More

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Social Communication: Its Role In Behavior & Cognitive Development In PWS

In social communication, the ability to appropriately recognize and process facial expressions is critical to understanding others' emotional and mental state. People can often "read" emotions on someone's face, including happiness, sadness, fear, su...

August 29, 2016 Read More

Topics: Research

Growth Hormone Therapy for PWS

In multiple studies, human growth hormone (HGH) has been found to be beneficial for those with Prader-Willi syndrome. In June of 2000, growth hormone therapy for PWS was officially approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) in the United State...

August 24, 2016 Read More

Topics: Research

The Gut-Brain Connection: Breakthroughs in Hunger & Satiety Signaling

There's been a lot of buzz in the scientific literature about the "gut-brain connection" — the two-way communication occurring between the brain and the gut. This communication can occur directly through nerve signals, and indirectly by hormones secr...

August 22, 2016 Read More

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Abnormal Sleep Patterns in PWS Are Focus of LaSalle's Research

Abnormal sleep patterns in PWS make sleep disorders common for people with Prader-Willi syndrome. These are associated with central and obstructive apnea, disrupted sleep, and excessive daytime sleepiness. But why exactly do individuals with PWS have...

August 9, 2016 Read More

Topics: Research

Prader Willi Behavioral Issues May Be Tied to Low GABA Levels in Brain

Adolescents and adults with PWS often struggle with temper outbursts, compulsive behaviors, and self-injurious behaviors such as skin-picking. These behavioral challenges impact the quality of life for those with PWS and for their families and caregi...

August 2, 2016 Read More

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Developing Oligonucleotides To Rescue Missing SNORD115 In PWS [VIDEO]

Loss Of Magel2 Contributes To Muscle Weakness in PWS

Real-World Data, Real-World Evidence, and PWS

Bearden Research Investigates Early Signs of Psychosis in PWS

Social Communication: Its Role In Behavior & Cognitive Development In PWS

Growth Hormone Therapy for PWS

The Gut-Brain Connection: Breakthroughs in Hunger & Satiety Signaling

Abnormal Sleep Patterns in PWS Are Focus of LaSalle's Research

Prader Willi Behavioral Issues May Be Tied to Low GABA Levels in Brain

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