Get to Know Us

While there is no "cure" for Down syndrome, we strive to develop therapies that will help people with this condition live longer, independent lives.

Meet our executive director Dr. William Mobley in this video and find out about our research to improve learning and memory in people with Down syndrome.

Also check out this UCSD-TV program on Down syndrome for even more insights on Dr. Mobley's work.

News 

Health & Research Conference June 22

We are co-sponsoring a symposium on health care and research in Down syndrome Saturday, June 22, at the Sheraton Hotel San Diego. Drs. Mobley and Rafii will be presenting, among others. Find out more and register  

New Protein Found to Affect Cognition in DS

Drs. Mobley and Wu contributed to this research on a protein known as SNX27. Read more.

Groundbreaking Clinical Studies

From brain aging to the benefits of yoga to improving cognition, find out about our studies in adults with Down syndrome. Read more.

Dr. William Mobley comments on the Down Syndrome Biomarkers Initiative, one of the studies mentioned above. See the article.

NIH Establishes Down Syndrome Patient Registry.

See our news archive.

Welcome 

Welcome to the Down Syndrome Center for Research and Treatment at UC San Diego. The Center is the culmination of many years of energy and dedication by the Down syndrome community and the scientists who are unraveling the mysteries of brain function.

I invite you to learn more about us and:

• Our research
• Our existing and emerging clinical programs
• The talented, dedicated people who make it all happen  

-William Mobley, MD, PhD, Executive Director

Contact Us 

Down Syndrome Center for Research and Treatment
UC San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive #0649    
La Jolla, California 92093-0649
(619) 534-1057
downsyndrome@ucsd.edu

 

Watch our video to learn more about our research.