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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulations to Lauren Dunn, PhD, for successfully defending her thesis, entitled "Altered hepatic metabolism in Down syndrome." We look forward to seeing what Dr. Dunn accomplishes in the field of Down syndrome research.

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 5d

Our new research opportunity aims to better treat chronic constipation in individuals with Down syndrome and improve future care. Be a part of the movement towards a healthier, happier future. Tag someone who might be interested! https://bit.ly/3tICP5p

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 8d

Save the Date! The 6th International Conference of the Trisomy 21 Research Society will be held June 17–20, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. Stay updated at bit.ly/3WguBf7.

Text: 6th International Conference
T21RS Research Society
Denver, CO
June 17-20

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 10d

The Developmental Disabilities Lab at CSU Announces a NEW Research Opportunity! For more information, call or email the research team at 970-680-3415 or [email protected].

NEW RESEARCH
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITY!
CONTACT OUR TEAM!
ENROLLING NOW THROUGH 2028
Project CAPE-abilities
C o m m u n i c a t i o n A n d P l a y E a r l y
a b i l i t i e s i n D o w n S y n d r o m e
The DD Lab at CSU has a new research study that focuses on how young
children with Down syndrome play and communicate!
Play and communication are important for a child’s development.
This study will show how these skills grow in children with Down syndrome
and how they connect to other health conditions and autism. We are excited to learn more about your child’s CAPE-abilities!
Infants with Down syndrome birth to 24 months
Locations throughout the US
Families can receive up to $300
Study Lead: Deborah Fidler, Ph.D. at CSU
970-680-3415
ddlabcsu@gmail.com
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DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES RESEARCH LABORATORY
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IRB Approved at the Study Level
Apr 25, 2024

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 12d

Congratulations to Dr. Deirdre Logsdon of the CU Boulder BioFrontiers Institute for receiving an NIH R21 grant for her project, entitled "Defining the association between trisomy 21 and placentation defects." We look forward to seeing these exciting discoveries!

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 13d

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 13d

New research from the Crnic Institute reveals how trisomy 21 shapes biology across the lifespan, providing new insight into how Down syndrome affects health from childhood through adulthood and highlights opportunities for age-specific interventions. Learn more at bit.ly/48vXP0X.

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 14d

CSU Announces a NEW Research Opportunity! The DD Lab is studying the fascinating connection between biology and learning in infants with Down syndrome. For more information, call or email the research team at (970) 680-3415 or [email protected].

is your little one turning one?
Join the birthday study!
The DD Lab at CSU is studying the fascinating connections between early learning and biology in babies with Down syndrome!
PAID RESEARCH STUDY UP TO $300 FLEXIBLE AND CONVENIENT
Children younger than 13 months with Down syndrome
Contact our team!
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES RESEARCH LABORATORY
(970)680-3415 | ddlabcsu@gmail.com Study Lead: Deborah Fidler, Ph.D. at CSU

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 14d

Congratulations to Dr. Aurélie Ledreux and Dr. Juan Fortea on a new publication! Read "Cargo of small extracellular vesicles from neuronal origin shows progression of dementia in individuals with Down syndrome" at https://bit.ly/4gGoFWk

Aurélie Ledreux, PhD, and Juan Fortea, MD, PhD

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 15d

Scientists and physicians from the Crnic Institute at the University of Colorado, Children’s Hospital Colorado, and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles have teamed up to investigate potential treatments for Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD). Visit https://bit.ly/3tjKC98 to learn more.

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 16d

Congratulations to Dr. Paula Arya, Dr. Joaquin Espinosa and Dr. Kelly Sullivan for leading a new study published in iScience entitled "Interferon signaling modulates Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer’s disease pathology in a mouse model." Read more at https://bit.ly/3Io31cK.

"Interferon signaling modulates Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer’s disease pathology in a mouse model," published in iScience, a Cell Press Journal

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 17d

Our DS-Connect team had an amazing time at the NYC Buddy Walk earlier this month, hosted by the National Down Syndrome Society! Make sure to get DS-Connected today at ds-connect.org

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 19d

As Postdoc Appreciation Week ends, we celebrate our three outstanding postdocs at the Crnic Institute. Thank you, Dr. Brian Niemeyer, Dr. Sara Sherman and Dr. Ariel Timkovich, for your invaluable contributions. Our mission to advance Down syndrome research wouldn’t be possible without you!

Postdoc Appreciation Week
Brian Niemeyer, PhD
Sara Sherman, PhD
Ariel Timkovich, PhD

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 19d

Are you attending the DSDN Rockin' Moms Retreat? Visit the DS-Connect booth to learn how DS-Connect helps families and individuals with Down syndrome participate in research, access valuable resources and find the latest community events. Come by and get DS-Connected TODAY! ds-connect.org

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edwardevansjr.bsky.social @edwardevansjr.bsky.social · 20d

Super excited to attend the 54th @isehsociety.bsky.social
conference in Japan next week! First time in Japan. First time at a hematology conference. Great chance to network with the world's best and share our CH work in Down Syndrome.
@crnicinstitute.bsky.social @cuanschutz.bsky.social

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Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 22d

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome needs people with Down syndrome ages 25-55 to join a community of potential clinical trial volunteers who could help one day find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Visit trcds.org for more information.

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 25d

Our new research opportunity aims to better treat chronic constipation in individuals with Down syndrome and improve future care. Be a part of the movement towards a healthier, happier future. Tag someone who might be interested! https://bit.ly/3tICP5p

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · 26d

Congratulations to PI Dr. Joshua Black and Co-PI Dr. Kelly Sullivan on receiving a 2-year NIH R21 grant for their project, “Single Cell Analysis of Dysregulated Inducible DNA Amplifications of Immune Response Genes in Down Syndrome.” We look forward to seeing these exciting discoveries!

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 9

The Crnic Institute Down Syndrome Research Symposium is one week away! Registration closes this Wednesday. Matthew Galbraith, PhD, associate research professor at CU Anschutz, will present “The Trisomy 21 Atlas and the Experimental Models of Down Syndrome Portal.” Register at bit.ly/DS-Symposium.

Matthew Galbraith, PhD, and his presentation title, "The Trisomy 21 Atlas and the Experimental Models of Down Syndrome Portal."

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 8

Are you interested in participating in research with the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome? We’re working with Boys Town National Research Hospital at Children's Hospital Colorado from September 8-13 to better understand hearing and balance in people with Down syndrome. bit.ly/HearinginDS

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 7

CSU Announces a NEW Research Opportunity! The DD Lab is studying the fascinating connection between biology and learning in infants with Down syndrome. For more information, call or email the research team at (970) 680-3415 or [email protected].

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 6

The Developmental Disabilities Lab at CSU Announces a NEW Research Opportunity! For more information, call or email the research team at 970-680-3415 or [email protected].

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 6

Janelle Posey will present “Hypoxia-induced Platelet Activation and Pulmonary Hypertension are Exacerbated and IFNR Copy Independent in the Dp16 Mouse Model of Down Syndrome" at the Crnic Institute Down Syndrome Research Symposium on September 15. Register today at bit.ly/DS-Symposium.

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 4

Happening in 10 minutes! We’re excited to invite you to a free webinar today, September 4, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Mountain Time (MT), focused on our work at DS-Connect. We’re excited to offer live Spanish translation during this webinar! Register at https://bit.ly/DS-ConnectWebinar.

DS-Connect Webinar Flyer with photos of Dr. Michael Rafii and Dr. Anna Esbensen

DS-Connect Webinar Flyer in Spanish with photos of Dr. Michael Rafii and Dr. Anna Esbensen

Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome @crnicinstitute.bsky.social · Sep 3

Happening tomorrow! We’re excited to invite you to an upcoming webinar on Thursday, September 4 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Mountain Time (MT) focused on our work at DS-Connect. We’re excited to offer live Spanish translation during this webinar! Register today at https://bit.ly/DS-ConnectWebinar.