by ARSACS | Mar 31, 2026 | Latest News
Consult the research report by Drs. Justin Wolters and Huaxia Wang on their study of dimethyl fumarate in the ARSACS mouse model. This work was made possible through the financial support of the Ataxia Charlevoix-Saguenay Foundation. Read the report here.
by ARSACS | Mar 31, 2026 | Current Research, Latest News
Once again, OdV ARSACS — a charitable organisation founded in Italy by Susanna Deluca and Dr. Paolo Arrigoni — is supporting ARSACS research across Italy. Dr. Francesca Maltecca (Vita-Salute San Raffaele University), Dr. Davide Marangon (University of Milan), and...
by ARSACS | Mar 17, 2026 | Latest News
Chef Martin Picard is playing for the Ataxia Charlevoix–Saguenay Foundation during his appearance on Le Tricheur, airing from March 16 to 20, 2026. A heartfelt thank you for his commitment and support of our cause! Don’t miss the show and cheer him on with us! For...
by ARSACS | Mar 12, 2026 | Latest News, Uncategorized
We are excited to share the latest news from the Ataxia Charlevoix–SaguenayFoundation. In this edition, we highlight 2 published scientific reports on ARSACS.We announce our 2026 Research Grants Call for Proposals, and share details aboutour upcoming Symposium in...
by ARSACS | Mar 5, 2026 | Latest News
We are pleased to announce the 8th edition of the ARSACS Symposium, to be held on November 9, 2026, as an official satellite meeting of the International Congress for Ataxia Research (ICAR) in Atlanta. This in-person event will bring together leading researchers and...
by ARSACS | Feb 23, 2026 | Latest News
Read all about Stefan Strack’s recent report on ARSACS, especially with his work successfully delivering the full-length humain Sacsin in gene therapy. Read the article
by ARSACS | Feb 19, 2026 | Latest News
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by ARSACS | Jan 13, 2026 | Latest News
“Alterations in the Na+/H+ Exchanger NHE6 and Glutamate Transporters may Influence Purkinje Cell Fate in ARSACS” article published recently in the Cerebellum journal. Read the full report here
by ARSACS | Jan 8, 2026 | Latest News
On November 27,2025 the 18th edition of the Dîner des Producteurs took place. The evening was a true success, with nearly $1.4 million raised in support of research. A special thank-you to our guest chef and winemaker: Chef Julien Royer of Odette in Singapore, as well...
by ARSACS | Jan 5, 2026 | Conferences, Latest News
Last November, Charlevoix–Saguenay Ataxia Foundation was brilliantly represented at the World Orphan Drug Congress in Amsterdam. As speakers, Drs. Francesca Maltecca, Daniele De Ritis, Bart van de Warrentburg, and Sonia Gobeil shared their expertise and unwavering...
by ARSACS | Jan 1, 2026 | Latest News
We would like to acknowledge the tremendous participation of the Anse Saint – Jean residents at the benefit bingo organized to support the research for children with ARSACS. As a result of their generosity, $13000 was raised. Thank you to everyone who attended,...
by ARSACS | Dec 10, 2025 | Latest News
The advances in preclinical studies are promising for the development of a gene therapy for ARSACS and efficacy in symptomatic mice are in progress. To know more about this ongoing research project, click here
by ARSACS | Nov 17, 2025 | Latest News
As part of the Diner des Producteurs 2025, an ideal opportunity to find exceptional lots while supporting ARSACS research. New this year: you can make a donation to fund directly a clinical trial for the Charlevoix Saguenay Ataxia.Every gesture counts –...
by ARSACS | Nov 13, 2025 | Latest News
The first “Charity Ball” organized by Maxine Monks in the UK on October 11 to support ARSACS research had a great success. Congratulations to Maxine and her team for organizing the event. Thank you to all the volunteers, sponsors and donors for their...
by ARSACS | Nov 12, 2025 | Latest News
Thank you to William Harvey and his entire team for their initiative as part of a year-end project at Arvida High School last May. This fundraiser consisted of selling hot dogs and treats. Their donation of $345 is greatly appreciated and will contribute to ARSACS...
by ARSACS | Nov 4, 2025 | Latest News
ARSACS is around the world. The first clinical case, involving a 3-year-old girl, led to research funded by the Ataxia Charlevoix-Saguenay Foundation. A Radio Canada interview with neurologists from Quebec on the subject. (Interview available in French only).
by ARSACS | Oct 21, 2025 | Latest News
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by ARSACS | Oct 17, 2025 | Latest News
The first article “Genetic Analysis of three patients from two unrelated Chinese families with autosomal recessive spastic ataxia of Charlevoix- Saguenay” published in BMC Medical Genomics in 2025. Read here. The second article is a case report...
by ARSACS | Oct 7, 2025 | Latest News
The Ataxia Charlevoix Saguenay Foundation is pleased to announce the funding of 13 innovative ARSACS projects in 2025-2026 for an investment of $1.150M. A number of these projects have been made possible through a co-funding partnership with the Richardson Trust Fund....
by ARSACS | Oct 7, 2025 | Latest News
A very interesting article published in September by the Oxford-Harrington Rare Disease Centre featuring Dr. Esther Becker who is conducting ARSACS research and Sonia Gobeil co-founder of the Ataxia Charlevoix- Saguenay. “How Patient Stories Fuel Ataxia...