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Genetic Mechanisms of Angelman Syndrome

Normal 15 Chromosome

We each have two number 15 chromosomes, one inherited from our mother (M.) and one inherited from our father (P, paternal). The Angelman syndrome gene (UBE3A) is located at chromosome 15, band q12, as depicted. In the brain, the Angelman gene is primarily expressed from the maternally inherited chromosome 15. The diagrams below illustrate the four known genetic mechanisms that cause Angelman syndrome. Continue Reading →

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The Angelman Syndrome Foundation is dedicated to funding the highest caliber of research on Angelman syndrome. It is our hope that these funded researchers, and their collaborators and peers, will bring forth new discoveries that ultimately lead to safe and effective therapies that improve the quality of life for all with Angelman syndrome. Continue Reading →

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Angelman Syndrome Foundation 2013 Funded Research Proposals
Introducing the ASF's iPads for AS Program. Click here to learn more and apply.
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The ASF is proud to fund groundbreaking research being spearheaded by Brown University. Click here to learn about their recent discovery.
2013 Joseph E. Wagstaff Postdoctoral Fellowship researcher, Dr. Angela Mabb, further studies activating the UBE3A gene
ASF is pleased to introduce a new resource to help you better understand behaviors in Angelman syndrome.
Since 1996 the Angelman Syndrome Foundation is proud to have funded over $4.6 million in Angelman research supporting 66 projects world wide.
Are you interested in having your family or your individual with Angelman syndrome participate in research studies?
Personal Campaigns give you the opportunity to raise funds for the Angelman Syndrome Foundation independent of our established events. Create your page today.
We want to make sure we have the most current contact and demographic data for individuals with Angelman syndrome and their families. Participate in the ASF Contact Registry today.

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Angelman Syndrome Foundation 2013 Funded Research Proposals

Introducing the ASF's iPads for AS Program. Click here to learn more and apply.

Register for the ASF Biennial Conference

The ASF is proud to fund groundbreaking research being spearheaded by Brown University. Click here to learn about their recent discovery.

2013 Joseph E. Wagstaff Postdoctoral Fellowship researcher, Dr. Angela Mabb, further studies activating the UBE3A gene

ASF is pleased to introduce a new resource to help you better understand behaviors in Angelman syndrome.

Since 1996 the Angelman Syndrome Foundation is proud to have funded over $4.6 million in Angelman research supporting 66 projects world wide.

Are you interested in having your family or your individual with Angelman syndrome participate in research studies?

Personal Campaigns give you the opportunity to raise funds for the Angelman Syndrome Foundation independent of our established events. Create your page today.

We want to make sure we have the most current contact and demographic data for individuals with Angelman syndrome and their families. Participate in the ASF Contact Registry today.

Will You Help Us Find A Cure For Angelman Syndrome?

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