SLC6A1 is a rare neurological condition in small children that causes seizures, severe movement and speech disorders and intellectual disability.
SLC6A1 Connect is a patient advocacy group dedicated to improving the lives of children and families affected by SLC6A1.
Our focus is to raise awareness and fundraising to advance scientific research that will ultimately result in a cure.
The 2024 SLC6A1 Connect Science Symposium was held on December 5th, 2024, the day before the annual American Epilepsy Society Conference in Los Angeles, California. Both SLC6A1 researchers and several SLC6A1 families attended the symposium. SLC6A1 Read more…
As we continue our exploration of rare diseases, Dr. Sam Patel examines their global impact, diagnostic challenges, and treatment gaps, offering insights for researchers, policymakers, and patient advocates working toward better solutions. Rare diseases may be individually Read more…
As we continue our exploration of rare diseases, this article by Dr. Sam Patel, examines the challenges and opportunities in advancing research for rare conditions, providing actionable insights for researchers, policymakers, and patient advocates alike. For Read more…
