Claude St-Jean
Thursday, June 15, 2006 8:47 AM I have to give you the sad news that Claude St-Jean passed away yesterday at the age of 54. This courageous man played a pivotal role in stimulating research onFriedreich ataxia after he discovered to be affected in 1967. Thanks to his effort, since the 1970's many fine researchers from all over the world became interested in this disease, starting the process that eventually led to the current spectacular progress in our understanding of its pathogenesis and the perspective for treatments. When I was in Montreal, I directly witnessed Claude St-Jean' s constant activity in supporting FA research and awareness, despite the advanced stage of his disease. His memory will be a constant stimulus for us to continue and eventually win the battle against Friedreich ataxia. Pr. Massimo Pandolfo Uma tradução livre. Tenho que dar uma triste notícia que Claude St-Jean faleceu ontem com 54 anos de idade. Este corajoso homem jogava um papel pivot esti