Missing Proteins May Contribute to Skin Fragility in AEC Syndrome

What causes skin or corneal erosions in AEC or EEC syndrome? The NFED has been collaborating with Dr. Maranke Koster and her research lab to find that answer and ultimately develop new treatments. Read the latest update and what they are learning!

A Seventh Grader’s Tips for a Great School Year

Laurel is a 12-year-old girl with ectodermal dysplasia who wants to share her school experience with other affected kids. Learn what she has to say about teaching teachers, having an IEP, managing PE and handling bullies.

World Experts Collaborate to Advance Ectodermal Dysplasias Research

For four days in October, 80 experts from around the world came together to chart a course for the future of ectodermal dysplasias and rare disease research. The ultimate goal was: “Translating Discovery to Therapy”. Find out how the International Ectodermal Dysplasias Research Conference will impact diagnosis and therapy development.

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.