Clinical Research

Courtney Dunn, PT, DPT, conducting a clinical research-related assessment

We conduct clinical research studies to understand NF and to develop better ways to care for people affected with NF. Participation of individuals with NF is crucial in order for the quality of care to advance. We encourage you to consider participation in the studies described below.

To learn more about the advances we are making in the care of individuals with NF, check out our recently published studies.

NF1 Genome Project (NF1GP)

The NF1 Genome Project is a one-of-a-kind DNA bank that collects blood or saliva samples from individuals with NF1.  The samples are used to extract DNA for future research aimed at identifying children at greatest risk for specific medical problems associated with NF1. Children and adults with a diagnosis of NF1 who attend the NF Clinical Program at St. Louis Children’s Hospital are eligible for participation

NF1 Stem Cell Project (NSCP)

Corina Anastasaki, PhD, and her colleagues are leading the NF1 Stem Cell Project in order to discover better treatments for learning, memory and behavioral problems in people with NF1. Your participation involves donating a skin biopsy, urine sample, or blood sample. Your cells will be used to generate nerve cells for this exciting discovery project. Children and adults who attend the NF Clinical Program at St. Louis Children’s Hospital are eligible for participation.