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What is DRPLA?

Dentatorubral-pallidoluysian atrophy, commonly known as DRPLA, is a progressive brain disorder that affects coordination, balance, speech, and causes involuntary movements, emotional problems, and a decline in thinking ability. The average age of onset of DRPLA is 30 years, but this condition can appear anytime from infancy to adulthood. The symptoms and progression vary depending on the age of onset.

What is CureDRPLA?

CureDRPLA is a US based non-profit founded by Paul and Andrea Compton. Paul and Andrea have a son that was diagnosed with DRPLA in August 2018. The mission of CureDRPLA is to connect families, physicians and scientific investigators to further DRPLA research and work towards a treatment for DRPLA. This webpage was created to find others that have this condition and are interested in finding a cure.

CureDRPLA
Global
Patient
Registry

The CureDRPLA Global Patient Registry is a worldwide registry of DRPLA patients.

This registry gathers the demographic and clinical information on DRPLA patients from across the globe.  By collecting information on all DRPLA patients, the CureDRPLA Global Patient Registry will be a powerful resource for research and will enhance opportunities for treatment development.

Patient Registry

Patient & Caregiver

Click below to find out what CureDRPLA has done and what we are currently doing to find to a treatment for DRPLA.  You will also find online resources and support organizations for DRPLA as well as YouTube channels specifically focused on DRPLA.

Patient & Caregiver

Click below to find out what CureDRPLA has done and what we are currently doing to find a treatment for DRPLA.  You will also find online resources and support organizations for DRPLA as well as YouTube channels specifically focused on DRPLA.

Patient & Caregiver

Patient &
Caregiver

Researcher
& Industry

CureDRPLA is investing in a number of projects in hopes of rapidly developing novel therapeutics for DRPLA.  Information on funding opportunities, a list of our preclinical projects as well as other efforts can be found here.

Research & Industry

Latest

25th September is International Ataxia Awareness Day (IAAD)

This year we are raising awareness about DRPLA. Let’s come together to share our 5-Year Progress Report, which includes:✔️ A comprehensive summary of DRPLA✔️ Highlights of research projects funded by CureDRPLA✔️ Updates on efforts to advance treatments for...

Prof Darren Monckton joins CureDRPLA as Scientific Consultant

Darren Monckton is a Professor of Human Genetics at the University of Glasgow and he will be advising CureDRPLA on scientific matters. Prof Monckton brings years of experience in research for conditions like Huntington’s disease and Myotonic Dystrophy. His expertise...

5 years of CureDRPLA

CureDRPLA was incorporated as a non-profit foundation in November 2019 by Paul and Andrea Compton. We are honoring 5 years of CureDRPLA with this impact report. In this report you will find a summary of our achievements to date and our goals for the next 5...

Join us at ICAR – November 12-15

ICAR, largest gathering of ataxia scientists and medical professionals, will take place in London, November 12-15. CureDRPLA team members will be there, along with scientists working on DRPLA who will present their latest research.

DRPLA n-of-1 clinical trial

Take a few minutes to read this announcement about an upcoming n-of-1 clinical trial for an individual with DRPLA based in the US.

Watch our 2023 DRPLA research update

Every year, we like to provide an update on our projects, offering you insight into what we are working on and what is on the horizon. Do not miss out! https://youtu.be/9R5UcB26_FU

Register for DRPLA Research Talk and Q&A, Nov 14

Event tailored for individuals with DRPLA, their families and anyone interested in DRPLA. Make sure to register in advance (it’s free!). Our Research Manager, Dr Silvia Prades, will be providing a comprehensive update on the projects funded by CureDRPLA. Followed by a...

The 2023 CureDRPLA Research Conference is taking place in Boston on October 10-11

We hosted the first-ever CureDRPLA Research Conference in May 2022, with participation from scientists, neurologists, and representatives from pharmaceutical and biotech companies. It was such a huge success that we decided to make it a yearly event and the time has...

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Rareconnect closing down

Rareconnect will retire on 1st December 2023 and we won't be able to post on the DRPLA community anymore. You can continue getting updates on the following sites:DRPLA Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/144167217964CureDRPLA Facebook page...

News

Strengthening ties with Japan’s rare disease community

Strengthening ties with Japan’s rare disease community

Jul 30, 2025

Since DRPLA is more prevalent in Japan, CureDRPLA has made it a priority to build connections with the scientific and clinical community there. Junko Shiozawa, Advisory Board Member, has played a key role in building a community of Japanese individuals affected by...

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🌍 September 25 is International Ataxia Awareness Day (IAAD) This year DRPLA has been in the spotlight with powerful coverage from the BBC with an online article, a news story about families living with DRPLA, and a radio interview with Dr. Silvia Prades from our team. While the media has focused on families in Wales, sadly this is the reality for many families worldwide. Raising awareness is key to driving earlier diagnosis, stronger support networks, more research, and ultimately better care.👉 Explore all the coverage and learn more here - bit.ly/IAAD2025 To keep the momentum going share this page to help raise awareness of DRPLA this IAAD.#IAAD #AtaxiaAwareness #drpla #raredisease ... See MoreSee Less
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At CureDRPLA, we connect patients, families, clinicians and researchers to further DRPLA research and work towards a treatment for DRPLA. You can join our community by going to Rare Connect. For more information about our community, get in touch with us.