News & Updates
Cognitive Abilities of Rett Syndrome Patients have been Underestimated for Decades
A study has found that Rett syndrome is often confused with autism and needs better assessment.
Breaking news
Research has found that a bone-marrow transplant can treat mice with a version of Rett syndrome:
Conference dates
Note that the dates for the 2012 conference are 11–13 May, not 12–14 May as previously reported.
The conference will be in Auckland and will feature
- Susan Norwell is to return with latest communication ideas
- Specialists to answer your questions
- Setting up a trust for your child
Rett Syndrome: Therapeutic Interventions
A new book, recommended by Kathy Hunter: Rett Syndrome: Therapeutic Interventions
RSRT Announces Latest Award Bringing 2011 Research Commitments to $3.6 million
Finding Good Apps for Children With Autism
Finding Good Apps for Children With Autism (NY Times)
Rett Chair Letter Sept 2011
Mark Campbell Chair: Looking back and looking forward September, 2011Salk Institute - Press Releases - Rett syndrome mobilizes jumping genes in the brain
Dr Libby Caygill writing from Cambridge has drawn our attention to this interesting and exciting research.
A date for your diary
2012 Conference dates 11–13 May in Auckland.
- Susan Norwell is to return with latest communication ideas
- Specialists to answer your questions
- Setting up a trust for your child
Start Strong
Rett NZ with various other organisations support IHC's Start Strong co-ordinated campaign to help children with disabilities from their earliest diagnosis.