Tag: Underrepresented Countries

ERDERA joins the Wilhelm Foundation and the Gdansk Medical University and Clinical Centre to strengthen phenotype‑led diagnosis for people living with undiagnosed conditions
Taking place at a pivotal moment – with the European Rare Disease Plan expected to move forward significantly during 2026 – the meetings brought together National Mirror Group (NMG) representatives from Europe and beyond, alongside European Commission stakeholders, IRDiRC and international partners.
EURORDIS champions patient-centred innovation in rare disease research
Successful online workshop connects underrepresented European countries in rare disease research
From 9 to 11 October in Bled, the 15th Balkan Congress and 3rd Alpe Adria Meeting put rare disease diagnostics and predictive genomics centre stage.
Using Morocco as a case study, this paper shows how underrepresented countries contribute unique genetic insights to rare disease research and why their integration into initiatives like ERDREA is essential for both scientific progress and equity.
20–21 November — A practical ERDERA workshop to connect researchers, clinicians, patients and funders from underrepresented countries to strengthen capacity for inclusive rare disease research.
Presenting new evidence from an ERDERA survey across more than 30 countries and co‑create practical solutions to improve inclusion, networking and capacity development.
The 2026 Joint Transnational Call will be launched on 10 December, with a free information webinar on 16 December