ZeroTolerance 582 Posted July 27, 2016 People dumping cold water on their heads for atten- I mean, awareness has led to the discovery of a gene contributing to one form of the disease. http://www.bbc.com/news/health-36901867 Research by Project MinE, published in Nature Genetics, is the largest-ever study of inherited ALS, also known as motor neurone disease (MND). More than 80 researchers in 11 countries searched for ALS risk genes in families affected by the disease. "The sophisticated gene analysis that led to this finding was only possible because of the large number of ALS samples available," Lucie Bruijn of the ALS Association says. The identification of gene NEK1 means scientists can now develop a gene therapy treating it. Although only 10% of ALS patients have the inherited form, researchers believe that genetics contribute to a much larger percentage of cases. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted July 27, 2016 No where does the story mention Pete Frates? what an embarrassment. great result from a thing thhat was started for him and people like Obama and Drobeski refused to do it. do you all remember my ice bucket challenge? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZeroTolerance 582 Posted July 27, 2016 I definitely had you in mind when I saw the article. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drobeski 3,061 Posted July 27, 2016 No where does the story mention Pete Frates? what an embarrassment. great result from a thing thhat was started for him and people like Obama and Drobeski refused to do it. do you all remember my ice bucket challenge? I did ? Dude I'm gonna start charging rent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted July 27, 2016 I definitely had you in mind when I saw the article. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Guy 1,400 Posted July 27, 2016 No where does the story mention Pete Frates? what an embarrassment. great result from a thing thhat was started for him and people like Obama and Drobeski refused to do it. do you all remember my ice bucket challenge? Twice as Nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IGotWorms 3,297 Posted July 27, 2016 No where does the story mention Pete Frates? what an embarrassment. great result from a thing thhat was started for him and people like Obama and Drobeski refused to do it. do you all remember my ice bucket challenge? You're an inspiration to us all Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kutulu 1,541 Posted July 27, 2016 Very cool, but it looks like someone dumped boiling water on your head earlier Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patriotsfatboy1 1,432 Posted December 9, 2019 Pete Frates died today at 34. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted December 9, 2019 On 7/27/2016 at 9:22 AM, ZeroTolerance said: I definitely had you in mind when I saw the article. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted December 9, 2019 On 7/27/2016 at 9:29 AM, Big Guy said: Twice as Nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted December 9, 2019 4 minutes ago, Patriotsfatboy1 said: Pete Frates died today at 34. Lived like 4 years longer than expected. Way to young Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,366 Posted December 9, 2019 Congrats hero's Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted December 9, 2019 1 minute ago, Cdub100 said: Congrats hero's what about Pete? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fandandy 3,311 Posted December 9, 2019 Can I give you a bit of fashion advice, Ed? Stop wearing shorts, or short sleeves, or anything red. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,546 Posted December 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, fandandy said: Can I give you a bit of fashion advice, Ed? Stop wearing shorts, or short sleeves, or anything red. It really makes my tan pop Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cloaca du jour 2,064 Posted December 10, 2019 Gene found in his mom's basement . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites