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LETI-101 lowers mutant HTT protein in preclinical models

1 month ago | huntingtonsdiseasenews.com | Marisa Wexler |Tanita Allen |Patricia Inacio |Aisha I Abdullah

LETI-101, an experimental gene-editing therapy for Huntington’s disease, showed promising proof-of-concept effects in mouse and cell models by reducing levels of the disease-causing mutant huntingtin (HTT) protein, while preserving HTT’s healthy version. In nonhuman primates, the therapy showed good safety and distribution across brain regions profoundly impacted by Huntington’s.
Atalanta aims for clinical trial of RNAi therapy against toxic protein

2 months ago | huntingtonsdiseasenews.com | Lindsey Shapiro |Tanita Allen |Steve Bryson |Margarida Maia

Atalanta Therapeutics has raised $97 million to support planned Phase 1 clinical trials of its experimental RNA interference (RNAi)-based therapies for Huntington’s disease and a genetic form of epilepsy. Each treatment aim to silence the activity of genes that underlie these diseases. Atalanta plans to submit investigational new drug (IND) applications to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration this year seeking approval to launch the trials in the country.
Top 10 Huntington's disease stories of 2024

Jan 7, 2025 | huntingtonsdiseasenews.com | Marisa Wexler |Carlos Briceño |Tanita Allen

Throughout 2024, the team at Huntington’s Disease News covered the latest developments in research and news related to Huntington’s disease. Here we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 most read stories, each with a brief summary. We look forward to continuing to serve the Huntington’s community throughout the new year.
Thriving in the Kitchen with Chef Dan Jacobs

Nov 27, 2024 | brainandlife.org | Tanita Allen

Brain & Life Podcast November 27, 2024 | 1:08:12 In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Top Chef contestant and restaurant owner Dan Jacobs. Dan shares his Kennedy's disease diagnosis and how despite his symptoms, he found his way to the Top Chef kitchen. He also discusses what led him to pursue a career in cooking and how he is planning for his future.
Author Tanita Allen on Existing with Huntington’s Disease

Nov 7, 2024 | brainandlife.org | Jackie Stebbins |Tanita Allen

Brain & Life Podcast November 7, 2024 | 51:50 In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, author Tanita Allen joins Dr. Katy Peters to discuss her experience with Huntington’s Disease and how it inspired her to write her book We Exist. Tanita shares about the rocky diagnosis process, how she manages day-to-day symptoms, and why she was called to share her story in a book.
Loqus23 raises funding to advance small molecule for Huntington’s

Oct 8, 2024 | huntingtonsdiseasenews.com | Margarida Maia |Tanita Allen |Steve Bryson |Marisa Wexler

Loqus23 Therapeutics has raised 35 million pounds (about $45 million) in financing to advance its lead oral small molecule candidate for Huntington’s disease through preclinical development and early clinical studies, which are anticipated in 2026. The series A financing round was led by Forbion, a life sciences venture capital firm, with additional contributions from existing investors including SV Health Investors’ Dementia Discovery Fund and the Novartis Venture Fund.
Tanita Allen Releases Powerful Memoir, "We Exist": A Story of Resilience, Advocacy, and Triumph Over Huntington's Disease

May 3, 2024 | prsync.com | Tanita Allen

Tanita Allen advocates for those navigating Huntington's Disease, empowering families and caregivers through her awareness campaign. [Cleveland, OH] – Tanita Allen, a dedicated advocate for Huntington's Disease (HD), announces the release of her much-labored memoir, "We Exist." In this compelling autobiography, Allen embarks on a powerful exploration of living with Huntington's Disease, and the journey to raise awareness about this debilitating condition.