Welcoming New and Current Community Advisory Committee Members

Simons Searchlight is a partnership of leading researchers, doctors, patient advocacy leaders, clinicians, participants, and families, determined to accelerate science and improve lives for people with rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders. As part of this mission, Simons Searchlight works with a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) whose purpose is to advise and guide research and community activities on behalf of all Simons Searchlight participants and genetic communities.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the nearly 200 individuals who applied for our Community Advisory Committee (CAC). Each thoughtful submission was truly valued and considered. The CAC centers participants’ voices and shapes our research program. Let’s welcome our full CAC.

New Committee Members (Term through November 2026):

• Genesis Romo-Raudry (Representing CNOT3)
• Michelle Gamble (Representing Cohen Syndrome VPS13B gene)
• Luca Rino Belloni (Representing PPP2R5D)
• Delf (Representing 16p11.2 deletion)
• Sarah Davis (Representing RERE)
• Braxton Webb (Representing DYRK1A)
• Ross Kenyon (Representing CTNNB1)
• Kaitlin Miller (Representing NAA15)
• Amy Fields (Representing KMT2E)
• Erin Morgan (Representing IRF2BPL)
• Victoria Schaible (Representing KMT2A)
• Victoria Powell (Representing 17p13.3 microduplication syndrome)
• Alberta McWilliams (Representing CUL3)

Current Committee Members (Serving Final Term through November 2025):

• Christie Abercrombie (Representing 16p Duplication)
• April Canter (Representing ASXL3)
• Jacquelyn Cattage (Representing SETD5)
• Rebeca Ridings Figueroa (Representing Cure CLCN4)
• Alida James-Fenner (Representing MAND Foundation)
• Adrienne Gilligan (Representing ARID1B)
• Piotr Kosla (Representing PACS2 Research Foundation)
• Ashley Point (Representing KdVS Foundation)
• Elizabeth Spitzer (Representing DYNC1H1 Association)

To get acquainted with our esteemed CAC members, visit our CAC webpage. We’re excited to continue to work with such dedicated and passionate individuals.