Have your child’s genetic sample used in research - 2025 dates and locations are now confirmed Over the past 2 years we have partnered with COMBINEDBrain to collect BBSOAS bio...
Posted by | April 16, 2025
Posted by | April 15, 2025
Dear BBSOAS Families, I wanted to share the latest developments of our work with you. In the last months, we have been busy in the Schaaf lab to establish at...
Posted by | April 15, 2025
BBSOAS and Bioinformatics Analysis Discovery Update In October 2024 the NR2F1 Foundation issued a grant to Dr Magdalena Laugsch at Heidelberg University to fund bioinformatics analysis and workflow establishment for...
Posted by | April 14, 2025
Meet our student volunteer – Abigayle Nafus Where are you currently at Graduate School and what are you studying? Kean University's Genetic Counseling Graduate Program What motivated you to volunteer...
Posted by | April 7, 2025
Inspire Change: Host Your Own Fundraiser for the NR2F1 Foundation Looking for a meaningful way to support the NR2F1 Foundation and make a difference in the lives of families affected...
Posted by | March 28, 2025
A Sibling’s Perspective on Rare Disease Brian Read joined the NR2F1 Foundation in early 2024, after applying to an advert on LinkedIn for a new Treasurer. While Brian isn’t a...
Posted by | March 20, 2025
We continue our theme of positivity and resilience and how our amazing BBSOAStrong overcome obstacles every day. This month, Mom and NR2F1 Foundation board member, Ashlee Manjon-Stierstorfer shares about her...
Posted by | March 11, 2025
We know we reached out a lot in December with our fundraising efforts, but it paid off—and we couldn't have done it without you! Thanks to your support, we raised...
Posted by | January 9, 2025
One of the greatest privileges of leading the NR2F1 Foundation is the opportunity to connect with newly diagnosed families. Every time we welcome a new member, I offer a personal...
Posted by | October 29, 2024
Biomarkers are the key to discovering effective and meaningful treatment The NR2F1 Foundation issued a grant to Dr Magdalena Laugsch at Heidelberg University to fund bioinformatics analysis and workflow...
Posted by | October 28, 2024
At the NORD Conference, Jen met with Terry Jo, Executive Director of COMBINEDBrain Thanks to a generous grant from NORD (National Organization for Rare Disease), Jen Coughlin, NR2F1 Foundation President...
Posted by | July 29, 2024
The NR2F1 Foundation issued a grant to Dr. Magdalena Laugsch to support her attending the The European Society of Human Genetics 2024 conference. Dr. Laugsch is the team leader for a lab at the...
Posted by | May 16, 2024
Jennifer Coughlin has been appointed the new President of the Board of Directors of the NR2F1 Foundation. Carlie Monnier, who has held the position since the beginning, is taking over...
Posted by | May 10, 2024
Two years ago, the very first NR2F1 Family and Scientific Conference was held in Orlando, Florida. Last month, the second Conference took place in Orlando on April 3 – 5....
Posted by | April 15, 2024
Dr. Magdalena Laugsch, genetic researcher Dr. Magdalena Laugsch, of the Heidelberg Institute for Human Genetics, is a researcher in the field of genetics. She obtained her Ph.D. degree at the Institute...
