The 22q11.2 Society

The 22q11.2 Society is an academic organization interested in advancing the study of chromosome 22q11.2 copy number variants, genes within and modifier genes outside of the 22q11.2 region, their underlying biology, and associated conditions. Members represent a broad range of backgrounds, such as: healthcare providers, clinical and basic science researchers, educators, therapists, and family advocates.

Mission :
The mission of the 22q11.2 Society is to promote both basic science and clinical interdisciplinary research into the biology of the 22q11.2 region, and the diagnosis, prognosis, and management of related disorders. A subsidiary goal is to exploit the knowledge so gained for the benefit of populations of individuals with more common conditions. As such, they will endeavor to:

Vision:
The vision of the 22q11.2 Society is to be the international leader in promoting research related to the chromosome 22q11.2 region.