Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine - Supporting Mitochondrial Disease Research and Treatments

MITOCHONDRIAL DISEASE – WHAT IS IT?

Mitochondrial disease is more familiar than you think.

Mitochondrial disease can look like any number of better known diseases, including: Autism, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Lou Gehrig’s disease, muscular dystrophy and chronic fatigue, among others. Adults and children with it can have features similar to other disorders like: Epilepsy, Myopathy, Developmental Delay, learning disabilities and Fibromyalgia.

Research shows that mitochondrial dysfunction is often a central element of these more commonly recognized diseases. Studies and reports indicate the “orange” ones are more influenced. A cure for mitochondrial disease could impact cures for Autism, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Muscular Dystrophy. Read more →

HOPE FLIES – TAKE ACTION!

Leave the Cocktail Dress at Home – You Can Attend This Fundraiser in Your Pajamas!

For 2013, we are holding a virtual Hope Flies Sebastien's Smiles to show our support for Sebastien and the Setin Family. With a virtual fundraiser, you have the pleasure of showing your support for the cause without having to get dressed in your cocktail attire. Between November 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013, supporters can secure sponsorships and make donations on line and save the dry cleaning bill for next time.

“We were really inspired by the support for our event last year,” said Sandra Setin. “The community really embraced our cause, especially the Tampa Yacht and Country Club where Christophe is chef. We still need more awareness about mitochondrial disease and for everyone to understand the importance of the role mitochondria play in our health and how it impacts the patients affected by mitochondrial disorders.” Read more →

FUNDING THE CURES

ADDF and FMM Partner to Provide Grant for Drug Development

The Alzheimer’s Drug Discover Foundation (ADDF) and the Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine (FMM) announce a partnership to drive innovative translational research for mitochondrial dysfunction. ADDF and FMM will provide grants in the range of $100,000 to $200,000 for a one-year duration with the possibility of follow-on funding.

Mitochondria dysfunction underlies many different diseases. The brain is particularly vulnerable to changes in energy use that occur with age or because of underlying disease pathology. Novel therapies that can correct defects in mitochondria functioning have the potential to impact many different diseases – from early childhood genetic diseases to late-life neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Read more →

FMM supports the development of the most promising research and treatments of the many forms of mitochondrial disease. Mitochondrial dysfunction is a core element in common neurodegenerative and neurological diseases.

MAKE THE CONNECTIONS: 1-in-2500 people have mitochondrial disease. And a cure for this disease could impact cures for Autism, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Lou Gehrig disease, and muscular dystrophy. And it’s this web of complexity and connectivity that makes mitochondrial medicine research valuable to so many.

WHY GIVE: The Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine’s mission is to support the development of the most promising research and treatments of the many forms of mitochondrial disease. Your donation means momentum to accelerate entry into the clinical trial phases, which will in turn propel mitochondrial disease research faster toward the cures.

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We are Thankful for All of You!

Individuals who are involved with the Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine (FMM) are often asked “Why.” Why do you give? Why are you involved? Why is Read more →