To better understand the molecular mechanisms that underlie ALS, researchers at the Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine are harnessing the power of one of the 21st century’s most powerful medical tools: stem cells. In the lab of Evangelos …
EMBO Journal – April 29, 2015
Last month the lab published a review on the potential of using stem cells to probe disorders of the central nervous system at the EMBO Journal. You can read the full manuscript here (http://emboj.embopress.org/content/34/11/1456.long) Evangelos and lab members also attended …
Faces of ALS: A mother’s love
Chaunelle Caver-Perkins and her family will be among the guests at the 35th annual Hope Through Caring Gala this Saturday, Feb. 18. You can support the ALS research, education and clinical care described below by participating in our silent auction. …
ELA y La Nutrición
People living with ALS burn more calories because of the increased energy used in breathing, moving and muscle twitching. You may have challenges with low energy, maintaining weight and decreasing muscle mass. Proactively addressing your challenges can result in greater energy, strength and independence.
Kiskinis lab work published in journal Stem Cell Reports
We are thrilled to share that Dr. Evangelos Kiskinis, one of the lead researchers at the Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine, has been published in the journal Stem Cell Reports. From Dr. Kiskinis: “In our most recent manuscript, which …
2017 ALS News You Can Use
This past Sunday, March 19, the Foundation hosted our annual educational meeting that covered the latest on ALS research and patient care from experts in the field. Over 40 people including staff and board members, people living with ALS and …
Faces of ALS: Renato
For Renato, despite having been a successful business owner and a politician, his family came first – even after his ALS diagnosis. Caring for his family and specifically his wife was his top priority. As many of us know, being …
How do I care for a feeding tube?
While you’re in the hospital, your ALS care team and hospital staff will show you how to take care of your feeding tube and give you instructions to follow when you go home. Before and after each time you use …
Are there other treatment options?
Whether you choose to use a feeding tube or not, you can work with your ALS care team to figure out an eating routine that works for you. A speech language pathologist can help you learn to swallow safely, so …
Walker Wednesday #2 General Fundraising Tips
Hello, walkers! Welcome to Walker Wednesday where we share inspiring stories and tips on how to run a successful fundraiser and keep you up to date on Walk news. Host a FUNdraising Event Fundraising events are a great opportunity to …