Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital are seeking individuals for participation in the ALS Gene Study, conducted by Dr. Robert H. Brown. The purpose of this study is to identify genes and environmental factors that may cause or increase the risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This study includes individuals with ALS and possibly some family members. Participation requires a one-time blood sample, and completion of questionnaires about environmental and family history, and permission to review medical records pertaining to the onset and progression of the disease. All costs are covered and travel to Boston is not necessary. Arrangements can be made to have participants' blood drawn locally.
Eligibility:
Anyone who is diagnosed with ALS and possibly some family members. We are also recruiting unrelated, unaffected individuals as population controls, such as spouses and friends.
Contact:
Nicole Couture
Massachusetts General Hospital
Cecil B. Day Laboratory
114 Sixteenth Street, rm 3125
Charlestown, MA 02129
Telephone: 617-726-5750
Email: ncouture@partners.org