Rare disease researchers, clinicians, patient advocates and data experts are invited to help shape four new IRDiRC activities linked to the new IRDiRC Roadmap, with applications closing on 20 February 2026.
From shared standards to local impact, the 2nd Clinical Research Networks Conference agreed concrete next steps for interoperable clinical research networks worldwide
With over 300 million people affected by rare diseases, timely access to effective therapies is critical. Despite strong alignment in regulatory expectations, patients in many regions face years of delays highlighting the need for improved international coordination.