Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a set of complex genetic disorders that can affect almost every organ system, causing a predisposition for tumors to grow on nerves in the brain and throughout the body.

The Washington University Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center is composed of clinicians and laboratory scientists focused on accelerating the pace of scientific discovery and its application to the care of individuals with NF and related disorders.

Our mission is to galvanize and promote research on NF, achieving significant breakthroughs in the diagnosis and treatment of this common condition. We believe that these breakthroughs are possible when researchers, medical professionals, and families partner together.

Patients and their families are cared for in the NF Clinical Program at St Louis Children's Hospital.