501(c)(3) non-profit organization hunting for a cure for rare and life-limiting genetic diseases that hurt children, starting with Cockayne syndrome. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to getting treatments developed for Cockayne Syndrome. Riaan Research Initiative is dedicated to promoting and furthering translational scientific research to advance treatments for severe and life-limiting genetic disorders starting with Cockayne Syndrome (CSA/ERCC8 mutations). We aim to identify and facilitate projects to improve the lives of patients suffering from genetic conditions lacking approved therapies. We strive to bring together disease and translational experts with each other and affected patients, fund novel and intelligent research projects aimed at accelerating and converting medical and technological advancements into treatment, and educate the public and medical community about relevant developments.