CureLGMD2i
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Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I/R9 (LGMD2I/R9) is a life limiting disease, which causes progressive muscle weakness mainly in the shoulder and hip areas.
Joined January 2025
Dr. Campbell, thank you for all you do to provide hope for patients living with LGMD2I/R9! Enjoy this short film where Dr. Campbell shares his dual passion for science and family.
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...different forms of muscular dystrophy. His research has also helped to understand the function of the FKRP protein. His lab has generated mouse models to study FKRP mutations and are being used to facilitate the development of future therapies for LGMD2I/R9.
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Dr. Campbell's work at the University of Iowa has focused on the dystrophin-glycoprotein complex, which stabilizes muscle fibers. He has done extensive work detailing how defects in the glycosylation (sugar modification) of the protein α-dystroglycan can cause...
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Kevin Campbell, PhD, professor and chair of molecular physiology and biophysics at the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, has made an indelible impact on our beloved LGMD2I/R9 patient community.
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CureLGMD2i is excited to announce the Sixth Annual Recipient of the Prestigious LGMD2i Pioneer Award: Kevin Campbell, PhD https://t.co/pNh3Oa7unv
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Celebrating 15 years! We need your help: Support the next generation of gene editing treatments. Donate $15 (or more) today for the 15th year of CureLGMD2I (R9) Foundation: https://t.co/xVT0X5T7zg
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The rare disease community is starting a new week facing a significantly different reality. More than 20,000 federal roles have been eliminated, impacting agencies with direct impact on our rare community. Read full news post here: https://t.co/8zyKcKryAp 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼
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The Highly Specialised Service for rare neuromuscular disorders in Newcastle is organising an info day for people living with LGMD, in person or remotely. This will be a mixture of talks from experts in research, clinical care, and interactive workshops. https://t.co/d1sQXcLYGj
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Atamyo completes the dose-finding study in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type R9 (LGMD-R9) and obtains US Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for ATA-100
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Evry, France (April 3, 2025) –Atamyo Therapeutics a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of new generation gene therapies targeting
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Discover POD-NMD: Your Go-To Resource for Neuromuscular Care! POD-NMD provides specialist online resources for neuromuscular physiotherapists & occupational therapists, as well as families, individuals with neuromuscular conditions, and industry professionals. What’s available?
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🚨 Spaces Still Available! 🚨 Are you a healthcare professional based in North America? Don’t miss your chance to join the TREAT-NMD® LGMD Masterclass in Montreal, Canada on April 24–25, 2025! 📅 Date: April 24–25, 2025 📍 Location: Montreal, Canada This expert-led event will
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#Congress is considering cutting critical funding to #NIH and #FDA, two institutions essential for researching and approving new #RareDisease treatments. Ask your representatives to protect this funding, here: https://t.co/9YpCxna4gW With less than 5% of #RareDiseases having
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🚨 There’s still time to apply for the TREAT-NMD® LGMD Masterclass! 🚨 Are you a healthcare professional looking to deepen your expertise in LGMD? Join us in Montreal, Canada, on April 24-25, 2025, for a two-day immersive Masterclass featuring expert-led sessions, case studies,
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Thank you to the 11 @curelgmd2i Ambassadors for sharing their stories of hope during #RareDiseaseWeek 2025! We are working tirelessly to turn your hopes and dreams of a better future into a reality. https://t.co/1zVdqxwi5n
#LGMD #CureLGMD #RareDiseaseDay2025 #RDD #ShowYourStripes
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We’re proud to present “Growing up with LGMD”, a powerful documentary featuring Sophie, Brooklyn, & Sammy, who live with Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophies (LGMDs). Individuals living with LGMDs experience progressive muscle degeneration and damage, and eventual loss of functional
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Thank you for supporting our cause and for your partnership!
Today on #RareDiseaseDay, we're proud to join the #raredisease community to raise awareness about the millions of people around the world living with rare conditions. We recognize and celebrate the resilience of individuals living with rare conditions and their loved ones.
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I'm hopeful for treatment that restores muscle strength and allows me to do simple things again without struggling. #AloneWeAreRare #TogetherWeAreStrong #LGMD #CureLGMD #RareDiseaseDay2025 #RDDay
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Rare Disease Day, Let's ensure funding for research continues! #AloneWeAreRare #TogetherWeAreStrong #LGMD #CureLGMD #RareDiseaseDay2025 #RDDay
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Funding for research is the very foundation of developing drugs and therapies to treat rare diseases. It is vital that we let our elected officials know how important this is. #AloneWeAreRare #TogetherWeAreStrong #LGMD #curelgmd2i #RareDiseaseDay2025 #RDDay #ShowYourStripes
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