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If you’ve been involved in research or read about research studies involving human participants, you’ve likely heard the terms “inclusion and exclusion criteria.” While the Read More…
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If you’ve been involved in research or read about research studies involving human participants, you’ve likely heard the terms “inclusion and exclusion criteria.” While the Read More…

After an extensive national search with many highly qualified candidates, we are excited to announce NAF’s very first Chief Scientific Officer! We’d like to extend Read More…

You know that we ask for your donations to help us fund more Ataxia research. You know that research grants are only possible because of Read More…

We want to tell you about an opportunity to participate in research that can improve clinical care for Ataxia! Did You Know? NAF actively recruits Read More…

The health and safety of our community is our number one priority at NAF. We wanted to let you know that we are pivoting to Read More…
NAF is proud to feature Felicia Williams as a recipient of NAF’s 2020 Diverse Scientists in Ataxia Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship. Felicia developed a new method Read More…

Let’s chat about Clinical Trial Readiness with a focus on Ataxia. Clinical trials ensure that treatments are safe and effective before they gain approval for Read More…

We’re excited to announce the launch of a search for NAF’s first Chief Scientific Officer. This exciting role is new for NAF and will be Read More…
NAF, FARA, and more than 100 volunteer advocates will come together to raise awareness about Ataxia and supporting legislation that directly impacts our community. The Read More…
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Saga of a CHAIR Prajakta Samant and Amit Patil When we hear a word “chair”, the first thing that Read More…
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