About the Foundation for Prader-Willi Research UK
About Foundation for Prader Willi Research UK
The Foundation for Prader-Willi Research UK was established in 2010 by a small group of parents who saw the need to foster research that would help their children with Prader-Willi syndrome lead more healthy and fulfilling lives. Today, FPWR is composed of parents, family members, researchers, and others who are interested in addressing the many issues related to PWS, including childhood obesity, developmental delay, psychiatric disorders and autism spectrum disorders.
How The Foundation for Prader-Willi Research Operates
Under the guidance of the Scientific Advisory Board through a carefully managed grants process, FPWR selects research projects based on the collaborative input of researchers and parents, choosing projects that are both scientifically meritorious and highly relevant for individuals with PWS and their families.
Research funded by FPWR has been published in top medical journals, including Nature Neuroscience, Endocrinology, and BMC Genomics. For a detailed list of funded projects and publications, click here.