Let's make this happen!

Did you know that the risk of developing an eating disorder is largely genetic? Scientist have known for some time that there was a genetic link, but now with newer technology, a lowering of the costs associated with genomic research, and cooperation around the world, we finally have the opportunity to "crack the code" and understand what makes some people more predisposed to an eating disorder. This opens the door to new insights and effective treatments.

What do we need? 25,000 DNA samples around the world. Who is going to make that happen? We are.


In the UK, we're hoping to gather at least 1,000 samples. You may be one of them. You may pay for some part of them. Wherever you are, we need YOUR help.

This is site is here to help you enroll in the study, fundraise for the study, and share information on eating disorders, genetics, and exciting research progress.

What is Charlotte's Helix?

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Charlotte's Helix is an international collaboration seeking to add the United Kingdom to the AN25K genetics initiative, in honor of the eating disorder advocacy work of Charlotte Bevan.

The goal of Charlotte’s Helix is to add at least 1,000 UK DNA samples to the AN25K project 
(Read more here)

Meet Charlotte Bevan

Keep up with news on the project

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In memoriam

Charlotte Bevan, fierce advocate and activist, died at home January 13, 2014. Her friends and family mourn her loss and commit to carrying on her legacy.

Fun ways to help Helix

Attend a fundraising tea in Birmingham (UK) or Melbourne (Australia) or organize one yourself! Read Charlotte's book, Throwing Starfish. Sponsor a marathon runner. Buy lavender sachets. Suggest your own fun way to support Charlotte's Helix.

Read a description of being in the study by a participant

A blogger in the UK describes how, and why, she became a participant in Charlotte's Helix and AN25K. 

Campaign progress

So far, Charlotte's Helix supporters have generously donated enough funds to collect over 150 DNA samples in the UK! Keep the donations coming: our goal is 1,000-4,000. Every $ £ ¥ € is welcome and gets us closer to our goal: let's make history together.

Birthday wishes

Friends and supporters around the world donated their birthdays 
to Charlotte. See video birthday messages

Who is involved?

Charlotte's Helix is a collaboration 
by individuals and organizations 
who believe in Charlotte's dream 
of bringing AN25K to the UK. Join us!

see all supporters and 
the Charlotte's Helix Steering Committee

Join us:
info@charlotteshelix.net