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The latest volume of HD genetics research reveals new gems but also mysteries
Each person with HD has genetic spelling changes that can impact HD symptoms. Scientists have released the latest in a series of genetic studies examining these spelling changes, shining a light on new paths to develop treatments for HD.
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Roche announces details of its 'pivotal' huntingtin-lowering study
The GENERATION-HD1 trial will test whether RG6042 – formerly Ionis-HTTRx – slows the progression of Huntington's disease
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Disappointing news from LEGATO-HD trial of laquinimod in Huntington's disease
The LEGATO-HD trial of laquinimod did not slow progression of Huntington's disease. Here's the lowdown.
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HDBuzz Enrolls in Enroll-HD
As promised, HDBuzz's Jeff Carroll finally signed up for the Enroll-HD study. Learn more about this important global HD "observational study" here.
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First Dolly, now Piglet; a new Huntington’s disease pig knock-in model confirmed
For the first time in HD research, an animal model has been created in pigs using 2 cutting edge DNA editing t
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New collaboration seeks to speed Huntington's disease drug licensing
Critical Path Institute launches new initiative to get HD drugs licensed as quickly as possible
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HDSA’s Q&A on the latest huntingtin-lowering update from Ionis and Roche
Our friends at @hdsa have produced this really good Q&A document about the latest huntingtin-lowering news.
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Exciting Experiments in "Open Science" by Huntington's Researchers
Brave scientists open their notebooks to help drive HD research at the risk of getting "scooped".
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The structure of the protein that causes Huntington's disease, revealed
Huntingtin protein's structure is now clear thanks to cryo-electron microscopy. This is kind of a big deal
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Huntington's disease therapeutics conference 2018 – day 3
Updates from day 3 of the Huntington’s Disease Therapeutics Conference: huntingtin protein – and lowering it
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Huntington's disease therapeutics conference 2018 – day 2
DNA takes centre stage for day 2 of the Huntington's Disease Therapeutics Conference in Palm Springs