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Biohaven announced that it has received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the New Drug Application (NDA) Read More…
Written by Taylor Stolberg Faces of Ataxia Research highlights scientists whose work is supported by grants from NAF. Each story shows how our donors are Read More…
Drug companies must follow a detailed process to build and submit their New Drug Application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). You Read More…
The National Ataxia Foundation seeks a compassionate, experienced, and licensed clinical professional to serve as Community Services Manager (CSM). This role will develop and lead Read More…
Minneapolis, MN (September 25, 2025) – The National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) today announced the launch of The Science Guy: Back in the Lab for FA, Read More…
Guest Author: Beverly Nelson Becoming a caregiver for someone with ataxia changes the rhythm of your days almost overnight. The mix of medical responsibilities, emotional Read More…
NAF is hiring a full time Regional Development Manager. This person will be responsible for generating revenue via traditional non-profit revenue streams including major gifts, Read More…
Xtreme Hike 2025: Grand Canyon South Rim 21 hikers. 1 Grand Canyon. 1 mission: A world without Ataxia. MEET THE HIKERS FULL PARTICIPANT LIST FOLLOW Read More…
Grief is universal—painful, sticky, and nonlinear. For those navigating chronic illnesses like Ataxia, grief often resurfaces repeatedly, in waves, each time a new change or Read More…
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