ERDERA: Joint Transnational Call 2026
This information webinar on the 2026 Joint Transnational Call for Proposals is scheduled for 16 December 2025, 15:00–17:00 CET, focusing on resolving unsolved rare genetic and non‑genetic diseases.
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Events
Welcome to our Events Calendar! Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the rare disease community in Canada and beyond. From webinar and conferences to workshops and other events, our calendar is your one-stop destination for all rare disease-related happenings. Explore upcoming events, mark your calendar, and join as we work together to make a difference in the lives of those affected by rare diseases.
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Webinar: Lymphodepletion for CAR-T/IEC Outcomes
Achieving consistent and effective outcomes in CAR T and other immune effector cell (IEC) therapies relies heavily on getting lymphodepletion “right.” Emerging evidence shows that both under- and over-exposure can impact safety, efficacy, and long-term persistence, making optimized dosing strategies increasingly critical as the field evolves. This webinar will explore how model-informed and data-driven approaches […]
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CMT episode 1: Challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of inherited neuropathies
Delivered by Dr. Davide Pareyson (Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Neurologico C.Besta (FINCB), Milan, Italy) & Dr. Filippo Genovese (The European Charcot-Marie-Tooth Federation & ACMT-Rete per la malattia di Charcot-Marie-Tooth OdV), Thu 08 Jan 2026 at 16:00 Paris Time This is a EURO-NMD webinar in collaboration with ERN-RND (rare neurological disorders) and European Academy of Neurology.
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RealiseD Webinar 1: Realising Clinical trials in Ultra-Rare diseases
Join RealiseD's first webinar to learn how RealiseD is pioneering a collaborative and comprehensive approach to clinical trials in ultra-rare diseases. During the webinar, they’ll walk you through the project’s objectives, structure, and methodologies—and show how you can be part of this transformative journey.
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CanPKU+: Advocacy in Action Update Sessions
Join the Advocacy in Action Update Sessions with John Adams in order to hear updates on various campaigns and what needs to be done to move things forward for the PKU community.
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Rare Disease Internation-Moving the WHA Resolution on Rare Diseases Forward: From Promise to Action
Join RDI for this public webinar where they will discuss the current status of the WHA Resolution implementation, as they approach the World Health Organization Executive Board meeting taking place in February 2026. This webinar will engage in a multistakeholder dialogue focusing on the necessary path forward to accelerate the implementation of the Resolution and […]
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CMT episode 2: Progress in genetic diagnosis for neuropathies
Delivered by Dr. Andrea Cortese (University College London, Department of Neuromuscular Diseases, UK), Thu 15 Jan 2026 at 16:00 Paris Time This is a EURO-NMD webinar in collaboration with ERN-RND (rare neurological disorders) and European Academy of Neurology.
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When Nutrient Sensing Goes Wrong: How Metabolic Signals Can Drive Epilepsy and Autism
4e épisode de la série de webinaires en collaboration avec Rare.qc et le RQMO. Titre complet : When Nutrient Sensing Goes Wrong: How Metabolic Signals Can Drive Epilepsy and Autism Paul A. Dutchak, Ph.D is an Associate Professor at Université Laval and Principal Investigator at the CERVO Brain Research Centre (Québec, Canada). His laboratory studies […]
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ULF Webinar: The Guardianship Transition: Minor Child to Legal Adult
Catherine (Catie) Becker is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). Catie received her master’s degree in Pediatric Acute/Chronic Advanced Practice Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. She has worked in the MGH Leukodystrophy clinic since 2011, working with a multidisciplinary team caring for both pediatric and adult patients with leukodystrophy.
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Knowledge Sharing Sessions – Feasibility of a Home-Based Exergaming Intervention for Youth With Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
Dr. Geoff Frost will be leading NMD4C's first Physiatrist Community of Practice (CoP) Knowledge Sharing Session. He will present a recent article authored by Iraqi et al. on a work conducted in Canada by fellow NMD4C members: “Feasibility of a Home-Based Exergaming Intervention for Youth With Spinal Muscular Atrophy.” The session will take place on January […]
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RealiseD Webinar 2: Evidence Assessment Framework. A need to change mindset from developers, regulators and HTA
The second webinar turns the spotlight on one of the most critical issues in rare disease research: the generation and assessment of evidence. François Meyer, a leading consultant in health technology assessment, will examine why current frameworks often fail to deliver predictable and aligned outcomes, resulting in delays and inequalities in patient access. The session […]
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CMT episode 3: Bioarkers and outcome measures for clinical trial readiness in CMT
Delivered by Prof. Mary Reilly (University College London, Department of Neuromuscular Diseases, UK), Thu 22 Jan 2026 at 17:00 Paris Time This is a EURO-NMD webinar in collaboration with ERN-RND (rare neurological disorders) and European Academy of Neurology.
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