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--- Begin Message ---Go Forward: The email newsletter of the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. April 2007 ***************************************************** Learning to Walk...a Second Time ***************************************************** "C'mon, Tim, c'mon! You can do it! You can do it, Tim." He recalls he could practically hear his family and friends as they silently urged him to take his very first steps...toward his birthday cake! But Tim was not a toddler reaching a developmental milestone. It was an even more wondrous event... Tim had been paralyzed from the shoulders down in an automobile accident on November 6, 2003. When doctors talked to him about his prognosis, his first words were: "I'm gonna walk again. I'm gonna walk!" Now, on his 20th birthday -- through determination and countless hours of hard work -- he is taking his first steps again! Tim is one of the thousands of heroes we are so proud to support at the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation...read on to find out why: http://www.christopherreeve.org/learning ***************************************************** Consortium Associate Chosen to Receive Grant ***************************************************** Sharon Matheny, who is a postdoctoral fellow in Luis Parada's laboratory at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, was recently awarded one of the Foundation's two-year individual research grants. Partial support for this award was provided by a generous gift to CDRF from the Sam Schmidt Paralysis Foundation. As a graduate student, Dr. Matheny, who is also a CDRF Consortium Associate from the Parada laboratory, investigated molecular signaling in cancer cells, which communicate differently than normal cells do. Her participation in the Consortium led her to realize such studies in spinal cord injury could be very helpful. The complexity of spinal cord injury means that combination drugs that attack at multiple levels must be developed. Armed with the appropriate molecular information, researchers will have the tools to construct next-generation "smart" drugs that are individualized for type, severity, and time of injury. And, since Dr. Matheny's project is focused on revealing potential pharmacological targets, the information yielded will be extremely valuable for concise, efficient experimentation in translational animal models. It is her hope that this work will contribute to the develoment of effective treatments for spinal cord injury. ***************************************************** Peter T. Wilderotter Named New CDRF President ***************************************************** Early in April, Peter Wilderotter was appointed to the presidency of CDRF. As leader of CDRF, Wilderotter's priority will be to continue the critical work spearheaded by the late Christopher and Dana Reeve. "Peter has the vision for building the Foundation for long term viability and is dedicated to our mission to care and cure the millions of Americans living with paralysis," said Peter Kiernan, Chairman and CEO, Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. "Peter is known throughout the industry for his gift of bringing talented people together in exciting and constructive ways. His proven talents and fundraising track record make him the perfect choice." ***************************************************** Join Team Reeve in the ING New York City Marathon ***************************************************** The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation is extremely proud to partner with New York Road Runners in their Charity Partners Initiative. The program allows individuals interested in running the ING New York City Marathon to apply for a guaranteed entry through the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation in return for a fundraising donation of at least $3,000. These entries are for those who have not been accepted into the marathon either by qualification OR lottery. Join Team Reeve: http://teamreeve2007.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=229819 Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] with any questions or read more about Team Reeve: http://www.christopherreeve.org/site/c.geIMLPOpGjF/b.2627381/k.D2E6/2007_ING_New_York_City_Marathon.htm ***************************************************** Working 2 Walk Symposium ***************************************************** Space is still available for Working 2 Walk's Symposium this Sunday at the Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, but you must register TODAY to guarantee your spot: http://www.working2walk.org/W2WRegistration.htm The Symposium will feature presentations on the latest scientific advances toward a cure for paralysis, as well as lively roundtable discussions between researchers and patient advocates. Get more information on all of the Working 2 Walk activities: http://www.working2walk.org ***************************************************** CDRPA Introduced in the House ***************************************************** On March 28, Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mary Bono (R-CA) and Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) introduced in the House the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act (H.R. 1727) to improve the lives of and hasten better treatments and cures for people living with paralysis. Find out more about the CDRPA: http://www.christopherreeve.org/site/c.geIMLPOpGjF/b.1050941/apps/nl/content2.asp?content_id={EE1BB5DB-66D5-4654-B941-3125623F9774}¬oc=1 ***************************************************** Bagettes for a Cause ***************************************************** Bagettes.com is proud to introduce "Bagettes For A Cause" collection. They have designed a small cosmetic bag that features the words "Faith, Hope & Courage" in the background, and a place to add a name on top. The bag comes with a matching ribbon which can be further personalized with any phrase of choice. Bagettes.com will donate $3 per bag when you choose the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation as your charity of choice. Visit http://www.bagettes.com to find out more. ***************************************************** Did You Know? ***************************************************** Last year, the Foundation supported 28 medical research teams in six countries -- grants made possible only because friends like you care. 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