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Researchers Share The Methodology and Progress of Down Syndrome Research
We are excited to offer access to the recordings of our ongoing educational series of webinars — web-based audio and slide presentations — led by the principal investigators of the exciting research for Down syndrome. We believe these sessions offer unprecedented access to the scientists who are actively advancing the field, and we are honored and pleased to be able to offer their perspectives on a regular basis.
We encourage you to share these educational opportunities with other families of loved ones with Down syndrome in your community. Contact us and reference the webinar title in your subject line if you have any additional questions about the research after watching the recording.
To watch a recording of one of the past webinars from the list below, simply click on the link “Play Now” and you’ll be taken to a new window, where you can play back the recording.
You can view and register for upcoming live webinars on the LuMind RDS Calendar.
Vanderbilt U. Research: Infant Learning Through Objects for Infants with Down Syndrome
Adaptive play to maximize
object interaction and
learning for infants.
UCSD Research: Alzheimer’s in Down Syndrome – Status of Progress and Hope for the Years Ahead
Learn about AD in Ds and
today’s clinical trials
with promising therapies.
Boston U. Research: What is white matter and why does it matter in Down syndrome
Less white matter in Ds
leads to slower nerve
cell communication
MGH/Mass Eye & Ear: Don’t Let Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Get in the Way of Cognitive Potential!
Clinical trial for apnea
implant improves sleep
when CPAP mask doesn’t
Alzheimer’s Biomarkers in Down Syndrome from the LonDowns Consortium and DABNI
Novel biomarkers for AD
in Ds are effective
indicators of dementia.
Pathways to Novel Cognition Targets with Potential to Help People with Down Syndrome
Dr. Heller presents 3 Ds
research targets to help
boost memory & learning.
Parental perspectives and priorities of Down syndrome research and 5 ways to rally for research
Family Survey: Knowledge,
Behaviors & Attitudes
Towards Ds Research
Understanding a sudden loss of skills in children or young adults with Down syndrome
Learn about the known
signs, causes or triggers
and current research.
DS Clinical Trial Network: Blazing a trail to clinical trials for Down syndrome!
Overview of the trial
path to FDA approval
and impact of DS-CTN.
Impant for Severe Sleep Apnea: What’s Next?
FDA approved for adults;
trial for effect on sleep
& speech in children.