Aug 10, 2011 | NEWS
Genzyme would like to provide an update to the US Pompe community regarding the transition to commercial LumizymeTM (alglucosidase alfa) from the ATAP (Alglucosidase Alfa Temporary Access Program) in the United States. As a reminder, Lumizyme was approved by the US...
Jul 12, 2011 | NEWS
The AMDA is excited to announce a research grant opportunity for applicants who are involved in Pompe Disease research. This grant opportunity was made possible by a fundraiser aimed at promoting research into Pompe Disease. If you are interested in this opportunity,...
Jun 14, 2011 | NEWS
The AMDA is excited to announce a research grant opportunity for applicants who are involved in Pompe Disease research. This grant opportunity was made possible by a private fundraiser aimed at promoting research into Pompe Disease. If you are interested in this...
May 20, 2011 | NEWS
On June 6, 2011 the AMDA will host a webinar on Respiratory Muscle Strength Training in Pompe disease at 12:00pm (ET); 11:00am (CT); 10:00am (MT); 9:00am (PT). The Guest Speaker is: Harrison N. Jones, PhD, BRS-S, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery,...
Mar 18, 2011 | NEWS
PCMA of Texas invites you to enjoy a day of family fun benefitting Acid Maltase Deficiency, also known as Pompe Disease. This event is designed for all ages and ability levels. Proceeds from the event will go to the Acid Maltase Deficiency Association (AMDA). For...
Mar 9, 2011 | NEWS
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is conducting a study about the speech, language and swallowing problems in infants and children with Pompe disease. The study involves a survey which can be completed online that asks a variety of questions about the speech, language...
Jan 31, 2011 | NEWS
The AMDA is hosting yet another webinar for the Pompe community on Feb 3, 2011. Title: Genzyme’s Next Generation Pompe Treatment: Clinical Development Overview Date: Thursday, February 3, 2011 Time: 8:00 pm (ET); 7pm (CT); 6pm (MT); 5pm (PT) Guest Speakers: Edward...
Jan 21, 2011 | NEWS
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.—Genzyme Corp. today announced that it will build an additional manufacturing plant in Geel, Belgium, to support the long-term growth of Myozyme® and Lumizyme® for Pompe disease. The company held a ceremony today in Geel to mark the start of...
Jan 21, 2011 | NEWS
Jan. 19, 2011—BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (Nasdaq: BMRN) announced today that it has initiated a Phase 1/2 trial for BMN 701, a novel fusion protein of insulin-like growth factor 2 and acid alpha glucosidase (IGF2-GAA) in development for the treatment of Pompe...
Jan 1, 2011 | NEWS
In 2010 the AMDA solicited grant applications from researchers around the world. After careful consideration and consultation with our Scientific Advisory Board, Dr. Amalfitano of Michigan State University was selected as the recipient of the First Annual AMDA...
