Forty Years of Driving Ectodermal Dysplasias Research

As we celebrate our 40th anniversary and reflect on the journey to this point, we can say with certainty that no other entity in the world has driven ectodermal dysplasias research more than the National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED). It’s been our honor to lead. Yet, the gratitude goes to the families who volunteered for studies, the curious researchers who strived to make a difference, and the donors who funded the vision. Let’s look at four decades of advancing research!

XLHED Clinical Trial of a Prenatal Treatment Begins

The EspeRare Foundation and Pierre Fabre Group announced that EDELIFE, the clinical study of a treatment for XLHED, has begun! Learn more about the ER-004 treatment and if you are eligible to participate in the trial.

XLHED Clinical Trial One Step Closer to Launching

Today, we received fantastic news for x-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia! EspeRare and Pierre Fabre announced that the ER-004 clinical trial is posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. Find out what that means and how it impacts our XLHED families.

EspeRare Partners with Pierre Fabre to Develop Treatment for XLHED

After a challenging year, we are excited to share some good news – just in time for the holidays! The EspeRare Foundation announced a new partnership today that brings us closer to developing a potential treatment for x-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (XLHED). EspeRare and Pierre Fabre group have entered into an agreement to develop and…

Small Steps, Amazing Climbs

Even the tallest mountains can be scaled with enough small but purposeful steps Forever Forward. But not without decades of careful study, testing, steps forward, steps back, and the love and devotion of parents, families and you! Learn how you can help us with our campaign to advance research.

Potential XLHED Treatment Receives FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation

We are excited to share with you a new development in bringing a therapy for x-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (XLHED) to clinical trial. EspeRare announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation to the protein replacement therapy called ER-004.

Testing a Non-invasive Way to Diagnose XLHED In Utero

Dr. Angus Clark is investigating a new, noninvasive way to diagnose x-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in utero. His findings could help facilitate the upcoming clinical trial for treatment. We are proud to fund this work.

Update on the XLHED Natural History Study

The NFED granted funding to Dr. Holm Schneider to help him finish the XLHED Natural History Study. Learn why this data is critical for the prenatal trial.