by ARSACS | Apr 26, 2024 | Latest News
“Elucidating mechanisms underlying motor coordination rescue in a mouse model of ARSACS” research report from Dr. Watt and Dr. McKinney (McGill University). This project was funded by the Foundation in 2022-2023.
by ARSACS | Apr 17, 2024 | Latest News
Founded in 2021, Critical Path for Therapeutics for the Ataxias (CPTA) is a consortium focused on accelerating therapeutic development for Ataxias. The Ataxia Charlevoix- Saguenay Foundation is a member of the consortium. Consortium Highlights and Achievements.
by ARSACS | Apr 11, 2024 | Latest News
Thank you to Mr. Benoit Riverin and Mr. Jean-François Tremblay for organising a fundraiser to support ARSACS research. Their initiative raised awareness in the community and contributed to a cause that is close to our hearts. An amount of $6,150 was raised during an...
by ARSACS | Apr 4, 2024 | Latest News
The Foundation and the GRIMN research team is pleased to introduce an exercise program tailored specifically for individuals affected by ARSACS. According to the medical community, an exercise program developed according to the person’s capabilities can improve the...
by ARSACS | Mar 31, 2024 | Latest News
This project is jointly funded by the Ataxia Charlevoix- Saguenay Foundation and the Massachusetts General ARSACS Fundraiser, fund created by families in the USA. Recent studies and clinical trials have demonstrated that omaveloxolone (brand name Skyclarys) can...
by ARSACS | Mar 20, 2024 | Latest News
By purchasing Ally’s special ARSACS promotion items, you not only get a fantastic product but also contribute directly to the ARSACS cause. Every item you buy goes towards supporting the ARSACS research. Visit actionforally.com to browse the collection and make...
by ARSACS | Mar 20, 2024 | Latest News
The PROSPAX (PROgression chart of SPAstic ataXias) project, which focuses on ARSACS and SPG7 ataxias , is a collaborative effort between neurologists across several sites throughout Europe and Canada. The overall aim is to gain a better understanding of how spastic...
by ARSACS | Mar 16, 2024 | Latest News
The Organizzazione di volontariato (ODV) finances Dr. Roberto Giambruno’s research “Alterations of SACSIN RNA-binding properties are connected to the development of ARSACS” in 2024-2025 . ODV, a volunteer organization in Italy founded by...
by ARSACS | Mar 6, 2024 | Latest News
The Ataxia Charlevoix- Saguenay Foundation is pleased to announce that Mrs. Carole Gailloux has joined its Board of Directors. “Mrs Gailloux brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our team with a skill set that will undoubtedly enrich our Board strategic...
by ARSACS | Feb 27, 2024 | Latest News
The Foundation is inviting researchers to submit their ARSACS projects. We are seeking innovative and impactful research projects that will contribute significantly towards the development of a treatment for ARSACS. New this year: “start-up financing offer” (Seed...
by ARSACS | Feb 19, 2024 | Latest News
The Ataxie Charlevoix-Saguenay Foundation is very pleased to announce that Dr. Marc Rivière has joined its board of directors. An executive with extensive experience creating and managing clinical programs, Dr. Rivière’s expertise encompasses all aspects of drug...
by ARSACS | Feb 14, 2024 | Latest News
This invitation is opened to all participants around the world, not limited to USA patients. Looking for people who are 18 years or older who speak English and have a confirmed ARSACS diagnosis . The objective is to interview all participants (1 hour video call) in...
by ARSACS | Feb 3, 2024 | Latest News
Dr. Benoit Gentil’s article on the functions of sacsin has been published in preprint – “Interactors of sacsin’s DNAJ domain identify function in organellar transport and membrane composition relevant to ARSACS pathogenesis ׀ BioRvix”....
by ARSACS | Jan 21, 2024 | Latest News
The Foundation is pleased to announce that Dr. Chapple has received a grant to continue his second year ARSACS research entitled “Metabolic rewiring in cellular models of ARSACS”.
by ARSACS | Jan 14, 2024 | Latest News
Research report “Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cell system to uncover the molecular mechanisms of ARSACS-related retinal defects” – Dr. Daniel Galatolo (IRCCS Fondazione Stella Maris, Pisa, Italy). This project was funded by the Foundation in...
by ARSACS | Jan 11, 2024 | Latest News
“Towards glial-targeted therapies of ARSACS” final research report from the research team of Drs. Herrera and Fernandes (University of Lisbon) and Dr. Adams ( Bilkent University in Turkey). This project was funded by the Foundation in 2022-2023.
by ARSACS | Dec 17, 2023 | Latest News
During this Holiday Season, here is an inspiring video of friendship, generosity and community support for the ARSACS cause. Last Fall, Gabriel and Olivier , two childhood friends, took up the Défi Charlevoix- Saguenay and raised $15, 000 for ARSACS research....
by ARSACS | Dec 12, 2023 | Latest News
The Ataxia Charlevoix-Saguenay Foundation is pleased to announce the newest member of its Board of Directors. As vice-president at Neuron23, Dr. Luc Desnoyers is leading the biomarker and diagnostics efforts to move programs from the late-stage research to clinical...
by ARSACS | Dec 10, 2023 | Latest News
Major highlights of the ARSACS Symposium held in October. Thank you to Dr Justin Wolter for his dedication in providing this summary.
by ARSACS | Dec 3, 2023 | Latest News
The funds raised will play a crucial role in funding research projects and paving the way for a clinical trial. Therefore, bringing us one step closer to providing hope and relief to those affected by ARSACS. We want to express our deepest gratitude to our donors,...
