What is FOXG1 Syndrome?
FOXG1 syndrome is a rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a mutation in the FOXG1 gene. FOXG1 gene is one of the first and most important genes for early brain development and when impaired, causes developmental disabilities as well as medical complexities, including epilepsy.
Every child born with FOXG1 syndrome is unique as FOXG1 manifests as a spectrum where symptoms and severity vary between individuals. Our patient data shows characteristics of children with FOXG1 syndrome include: non-speaking, non-ambulatory, experience seizures, feeding problems, cortical vision impairment, movement disorders, and developmental delays. Less-severely-affected FOXG1 children often present with (ASD) Autism Spectrum Disorder as FOXG1 is an autism related gene. FOXG1 syndrome is found equally among both females and males and is geographically more prevalent where diagnostic testing is more advanced.
Our Story & Mission
When our children were diagnosed with FOXG1 syndrome, we were told there was nothing we could do. No treatments, no concerted research underway, no roadmap. Just a devastating diagnosis for a disorder few had ever heard of.
But we refused to accept that.
Our Team
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FOXG1 Leadership and Executive Team
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Scientific Advisory and Research & Development Board
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Business Advisory and Philanthropy Board
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FOXG1 Worldwide Volunteer Team
Global FOXG1 Research Foundation Affiliates
Collaborators & Partners
When we lose a member of our FOXG1 family, our worldwide community grieves.
To our FOXG1 children who have passed, we will always remember and honor you.
