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The Fragile X mutation is a type of genetic mutation called a repeat expansion. This repeat expansion occurs on the FMR1 gene, on the long arm of the X chromosome leading to gene silencing if more than 200 repeats occur.FRAXA Ewsearch Organisation
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Servier acquires Kaerus Bioscience’s FXS candidate for US$450m

In a US$450m deal with UK-based Kaerus Bioscience Ltd, Servier SA has acquired the development and commercialisation rights to KER-0193, a Phase II-ready drug candidate for the treatment of rare Fragile X syndrome, the most common monogenic cause of autism.

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Stalicla SA and Evgen Pharma plc ink $160.5m licensing deal for SFX-01

Precision neuroscience company Stalicla SA has licensed SFX-01 from Evgen Pharma plc in neurodevelopmental disorders and schizophrenia.

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