One Disease, Many Paths: How Brain Wiring Shapes Huntington’s Symptoms

Huntington’s disease (HD) is caused by a single genetic mutation, yet people with HD can experience vastly different symptoms – from movement issues to emotional struggles. A new study dives into brain connectivity to explore why that might be. Using MRI scans and thinking, movement, and behavioral tests, researchers identified two major clinical patterns and […]

The 2025 HDBuzz Prize for Young Science Writers Is Open!

We’re pleased to announce the 2025 HDBuzz Prize! This year, the HDBuzz Prize is brought to you by the Hereditary Disease Foundation (HDF), who are sponsoring this year’s competition. Training the next generation of passionate Huntington’s disease (HD) researchers is directly in line with the HDF’s mission. The HDF understands the importance of having future […]

May 2025: This Month in Huntington’s Disease Research

May was a month packed with exciting research, and we’ve got the highlights ready for you – no lab coat required! From genetic mysteries to vision changes and dental awareness, researchers uncovered some fascinating stuff about Huntington’s disease (HD) this month. And we heard an exciting clinical trial update from PTC Therapeutics. Buckle up for […]

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