Researching genetic developmental conditions
The Patrick Wild Centre is a research centre at the University of Edinburgh which aims to better understand genetic conditions affecting brain development, and to improve the care and treatment available for people with these conditions.
The Centre is built upon the principles of collaboration and engagement, bringing together clinical and fundamental scientists, and working alongside the communities affected by these conditions.
Take Part in Research
We are very grateful to those people who help to shape the future by taking part in our research. You can sign-up directly to ongoing studies by clicking below and also hear about future opportunites by joining our contact database.
News & Events
Fragile X family conference 2026
We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who addended this wonderful day. On the 21st of
DuoDay 2025: Inclusion & Mentorship in Action
DuoDay at the University of Edinburgh is part of a Europe-wide initiative that promotes inclusion through cultural change, breaking down
Sir William Darling Memorial Prize
New funding to study sleep in SYNGAP1
Dr Lindsay Mizen is delighted to have received funding from the Baily Thomas Charitable Trust to undertake a further study
RECONNECT trial findings announced
New paper!
Caregiver Views on Gene Therapy for Fragile X Syndrome overview Background: Recent years have seen multiple clinical trials for medications
