New EJP RD Training: Replicated N-of-1 Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) for Rare Diseases

An N-of-1 trial is defined as a prospective, multiple crossover trial in a single patient. If randomization of the treatment sequence and replication across patients is included in the trial design, then it results in “replicated N-of-1 RCTs”.  In the webinar, we will demonstrate one approach to the statistical analysis of data collected in N-of-1 RCTs based on the randomization of the…

Solve-RD Policy Statement: “TIME TO ACT – IMPROVING RARE DISEASE DIAGNOSIS AND SOLVING THE UNSOLVED RARE DISEASE THROUGH COLLABORATION IN EUROPE“

The Solve-RD consortium and associated European Solve-RD network, including among others six European Reference Networks, EURORDIS, Orphanet and leading European Rare Disease Clinicians and Researchers in 20 countries, call upon all European RD stakeholders, including EU Member States, the European Commission, the Council of the European Union, the general public and private organisations active in…

Annual IMPC Conference ‘The Power of Mouse Genetics: Opportunities for Genomic and Precision Medicine’

This year the annual conference of the International Mouse Phenotyping Consortium (IMPC) will be held at Keble College, Oxford, UK from the 10-11 July. The conference is entitled: The Power of Mouse Genetics: Opportunities for Genomic and Precision Medicine. It features an outstanding list of distinguished speakers at the forefront of mouse and human genetics who will…

Now open: The Public Consultation on the Strategic Research & Innovation Agenda of the future European Rare Diseases Partnership

Under Horizon Europe, the European Commission together with member states and associated countries decided to implement the Rare Diseases Partnership which brings a unique vision that aims at leaving no one behind by supporting robust patient need-led research, by utilising and maximising the power of health and research data, by engaging and coordinating regional, national,…

Join IRDiRC’s Diagnostics Scientific Committee

IRDiRC’s  Diagnostic Scientific Committee (DSC) plays a critical role in identifying and addressing current and future bottlenecks to rare disease gene discovery and diagnosis. As we work towards improving rare disease diagnosis globally, the DSC is currently seeking to expand its membership by welcoming a rare disease diagnostic expert from Africa or Latin America and a…

World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD) 2023 Theme Announcement

This year’s World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD) theme is Duchenne: Breaking Barriers. WDAD supports creating a society that provides equal opportunities for all. This year is the 10th edition! People living with Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy (DMD/BMD) face physical, healthcare and social barriers. This severely limits their ability to participate fully in community life and activities. …

Registration is now open for GA4GH 11th Plenary

GA4GH 11th Plenary brings together organisations and stakeholders from the genomics and health community for keynotes, talks, and workshops focused on genomic and clinical data sharing issues that pervade diverse industries, disciplines, and communities. Attend the event in San Francisco, USA. Register now here for the hybrid conference from 19 to 22 September. The first two…