Grants

The proceeds from the RFE races are used to finance research grants funded by the National MPS Society.

In 2005, 5 grants were awarded for research. One grant ($30,000 for 2 years) will benefit MPS II, two grants for MPS III ($30,000 for 2 years) and two for Bone and Joint ($50,000 for 2 years).

The Society, along with the Scientific Advisory Board, has determined that the two focal areas for research are Central Nervous System (CNS) and Bone and Joint. They will continue to focus on CNS through the work of the LSDRC (Lysosomal Storage Disease Research Consortium)

The National MPS Society has awarded $508,000 in new grants for 2007. $50,000 was awarded to Dr. Doug Brooks to further facilitate his work in MPS III with chaperone therapy. Dr. Synthia Mellon was awarded the MPS III grant for $80,000

It is through your generous support and contributions that these grants are possible!! Erin has taught us a valuable lesson. By working together, we can all make a difference.

Thank You!!!!!!!!!