The AADC Research Trust

The AADC Research Trust is a Charity Organisation dedicated to helping children and their families, around the World, affected by Aromatic Amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency (AADC). AADC is a genetically inherited neurological disorder affecting the brains ability to produce neurotransmitters, dopamine and serotonin. These are two of the most essential neurotransmitters needed for everyday living! At the AADC Research Trust we aim to: • Help support children with Aromatic Amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency (AADC) • Promote worldwide disease awareness • Fund scientific research We currently know of 130 children, spanning 30 different countries who have been correctly diagnosed with AADC deficiency. We lose at least 3 children every year to complications of this disease. Registered Charity: 1114367 Registered in England and Wales: 5407899