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Dr. Cooper Wins $12.4M Grant for Genetic Immune Disorder Research
8/23/2025
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- Dr. Megan Cooper secured a $12.4 million NIH grant to investigate genetic causes of immune disorders.
- The research will focus on mutations overlooked by standard tests and their impact on disease severity in families.
- The study aims to identify risk genes linked to neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism.
- Parents, including Joe Henry, support research by sharing personal experiences related to rare genetic conditions.
