Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases @FSU@FSUIPRD

Our mission is to advance research, education, clinical care, and advocacy for pediatric rare diseases.

iprd.med.fsu.edu/
Joined April 2024
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We recently partnered with the A.J. Anderson Foundation to host our inaugural event, bringing together over 200 families, researchers, and advocates for a transformative Rare Disease Symposium featuring insightful updates on genomic newborn screening and advances in gene therapy.
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We sat down with the IPRD Diagnostic Lab Technical Supervisor Terri Bostock, M.S., MLS (ASCP) SBB, to learn how she and Scientific Director Cynthia Vied, Ph.D., are advancing rare disease care at IPRD through a partnership with @QuestDX.
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Terri shares how precise whole genome sequencing speeds up early diagnosis and delivers actionable answers for pediatric patients. Visit the lab website: iprd.med.fsu.edu/fsu-iprd-di… #FSUHealth #FSUResearch #IPRD #RareDiseases
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Did you know? IPRD is expanding access to specialized genetic care in North Florida. Learn more about genetic counseling at IPRD: iprd.med.fsu.edu/
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We are excited to announce that the FSU IPRD Diagnostic Laboratory has earned accreditation from @Pathologists (CAP)! The laboratory joins more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide recognized for excellence in laboratory medicine. iprd.med.fsu.edu/fsu-iprd-di…
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Dr. Shah presented "Sunshine Genetics: Genomic Newborn Screening in the Sunshine State," showcasing Florida's statewide genomic newborn screening initiative. Advancing earlier diagnoses and personalized care for children with rare diseases. Learn more: iprd.med.fsu.edu/sunshine-ge…
A woman stands smiling beside an academic poster titled "Sunshine Genetics: Genomic Newborn Screening in the Sunshine State" at SERGG 2026.

ALT A woman stands smiling beside an academic poster titled "Sunshine Genetics: Genomic Newborn Screening in the Sunshine State" at SERGG 2026.
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July 14 on FOX-49, an interview with Pradeep Bhide, Ph.D., director, Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases, David Ledbetter, Ph.D., professor and senior associate director for the institute and others as they discuss their groundbreaking work. @FSUIPRD @AdamAndersonFL
Dr. Pradeep Bhide is interviewed in his lab by a TV reporter with a camera.

ALT Dr. Pradeep Bhide is interviewed in his lab by a TV reporter with a camera.

Two women at a bench table in a lab work with test tubes as the camera man takes video.

ALT Two women at a bench table in a lab work with test tubes as the camera man takes video.

A woman shows the reporter the genetic sequencing machine, which looks like a silver refrigerator with a TV screen on the front of it.

ALT A woman shows the reporter the genetic sequencing machine, which looks like a silver refrigerator with a TV screen on the front of it.

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This summer, Florida families will have the opportunity to enroll their newborns in Sunshine Genetics, a screening initiative led by the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases, designed to identify rare genetic diseases before symptoms appear. ➡️ news.fsu.edu/news/health-med…
Two researchers use the Illumina NovaSeq X Plus sequencer in the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory. The advanced sequencing technology supports genomic analysis for research and clinical programs, including Sunshine Genetics.

ALT Two researchers use the Illumina NovaSeq X Plus sequencer in the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory. The advanced sequencing technology supports genomic analysis for research and clinical programs, including Sunshine Genetics.
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Red, white, blue and FSU 🇺🇸 Researchers at @FloridaState are building the future of aerospace and advanced manufacturing, solving pediatric rare diseases, improving human performance and more. #FSUResearch is helping create a stronger and healthier Florida and USA. Happy #FourthofJuly! 🎆 #FSU175
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We recently partnered with the A.J. Anderson Foundation to host our inaugural event, bringing together over 200 families, researchers, and advocates for a transformative Rare Disease Symposium featuring insightful updates on genomic newborn screening and advances in gene therapy.
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This landmark gathering marked the beginning of a long-term collaboration dedicated to elevating voices, accelerating research, and improving outcomes for children and families affected by rare diseases. View the full coverage of this incredible event: iprd.med.fsu.edu/2026-rare-d…
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2026 Rare Disease Symposium Families truly were the driving force behind powerful conversations on genomic screening and gene therapy, and the future of rare disease care. Researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, and families came together for accelerating progress.
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IPRD hit the road this week and had the privilege of attending the inaugural AJ Anderson Foundation & IPRD Rare Disease Conference. The event brought together researchers, clinicians, industry leaders and families to advance conversations around genomic screening & gene therapy.
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Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases @FSU retweeted
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.@FSUIPRD is teaming up with the A.J. Anderson Foundation to expand access to genetic screening and rare disease care, helping families find answers faster and improving outcomes for children. Read more about their shared mission ➡️ news.fsu.edu/news/health-med…

Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases at FSU, A.J. Anderson Foundation expand access to genetic...

Conference brings together researchers, clinicians, industry leaders and families to discuss advances in genomic screening and gene therapy For families

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🎉 Congratulations to Saanchi Shah on receiving a First Year Assistant Professor (FYAP) Grant from the FSU Council on Research and Creativity (CRC)!
A woman stands outdoors in a courtyard, leaning against a large rock, above a maroon banner announcing that Saanchi Shah has been awarded a First Year Assistant Professor Grant from the FSU Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases.

ALT A woman stands outdoors in a courtyard, leaning against a large rock, above a maroon banner announcing that Saanchi Shah has been awarded a First Year Assistant Professor Grant from the FSU Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases.

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Shah's new pilot study is expanding access to whole-genome sequencing for children with neurodevelopmental conditions in Tallahassee. Refer a family here: fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/S… @FSUCoM @FSUResearch @FSU_Health
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Our team was proud to represent IPRD at the #ACMG2026 meeting. The meeting provided a valuable forum to engage with colleagues across clinical genetics, research and industry while sharing IPRD’s ongoing efforts to advance genomic medicine in pediatric populations.
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As noted by Senior Associate Director David Ledbetter, “gNBS was the hot topic at this year’s ACMG! We must be on to something here at FSU’s IPRD and Sunshine Genetics!” 🌞 Learn more about Sunshine Genetics: iprd.med.fsu.edu/sunshine-ge…
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⭐ Congratulations to Postdoctoral Research Associate Leanne Duke on being named a 2026 winner of the prestigious Journal of Biological Chemistry/Herbert Tabor Early Career Investigator Award! 🏆
The central figure, Leanne Duke, is highlighted for receiving a "Prestigious Early Career Award." She is flanked by two colleagues, and all three are wearing ASBMB conference lanyards. The bottom of the image features the logo for the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases.

ALT The central figure, Leanne Duke, is highlighted for receiving a "Prestigious Early Career Award." She is flanked by two colleagues, and all three are wearing ASBMB conference lanyards. The bottom of the image features the logo for the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases.

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Her award-winning research focuses on small extracellular vesicles; tiny packages cells use to send messages to one another. 🧬 👉 Learn more about Leanne’s achievement: asbmb.org/asbmb-today/people… @FSUCoM @FSUResearch @FSU_Health

ASBMB announces 2026 JBC/Tabor awardees

The seven awardees are first authors of outstanding papers published in 2025 in the Journal of Biological Chemistry.

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