Nonprofit

Bridge the Gap - SYNGAP Education and Research Foundation

Cypress, TX
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www.bridgesyngap.org/

  • Mission

    To serve, educate and fund research for families coping with the effects of SYNGAP mutations.

    About Us

    Bridge the Gap-SYNGAP Education and Research Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for people affected by SYNGAP1 and provide family support, accelerating research and raising awareness A genetic mutation in the gene SYNGAP1 results in non-syndromic intellectual disability ranging from moderate to severe. Ninety-four percent of the children have epilepsy and can be associated with attention deficits, impulsivity, and/or mood disorders. In recent findings SYNGAP1 has been a gene linked to autism. Every child with SYNGAP1 provides information that can guide us to a cure.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Disability
    • Health & Medicine
    • International Relations
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

    • 8326710010
    • 15319 Redbud Berry Way, Cypress, Texas, US
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