Behavioral Brain Research Foundation (BDRF)
**What it means:** The BDRF is a **private foundation** that funds neuroscience research. Their "Distinguished Investigative Grant" is a significant award given to researchers who have demonstrated ex...
Explainers
Plain-English explanations of MEF2C research terms, concepts, and scientific mechanisms.
International Patent (WIPO/WO2026039331)
**What it means:** The WO2026039331 patent published through WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) covers the viral gene therapy approach for MEF2C. "WO" indicates a Patent Cooperation Treat...
MEF2C Hilfsorganisation (German MEF2C organization)
**What it means:** "Hilfeorganisation" means "help organization" or "support organization" in German. MEF2C Hilfsorganisation e.V. is the German patient advocacy group for MEF2C families. The "e.V." (...
MEF2C Foundation Australia
**What it means:** Sean Rafferty and Claire Bothwell lead the Australian chapter of the MEF2C advocacy network. They've been active in the MEF2Cast podcast and have participated in international effor...
MEF2Cast (podcast details)
**What it means:** MEF2Cast is a podcast produced by the MEF2C community (particularly the US Foundation) that features interviews with researchers, families, and advocates. It serves as both an educa...