Hi all
You may want to take a look at the news item on the website about a new genetics research project that's recruiting families with ataxia of unknown cause. If you want to take part, you'll need to hurry as the researchers are hoping to take blood samples very soon - in December. The study is at University College London but it's definitely still worth enquiring if you're outside London as your GP may be able to send your sample for you.
Here's a link to more info: