Happy July from the KIF1A.ORG team! Thank you all for reading about what we’ve been up to this month, including: 📅 SAVE THE DATE: 2027 KIF1A Family and Scientific Engagement Conference We’re heading back to Boston for the 2027 KIF1A Family & Scientific Engagement Conference, taking place July 22–24, 2027, at the Sheraton Boston Hotel! Join…
Read MoreKIF1A.ORG is a global community dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) and accelerating research to find a cure.
Our Impact
Hope Starts Here: Murdoch Children’s Research Institute
Journalist Benjamin Hall follows three families battling KIF1A mutations as scientists at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute race against time to develop treatments.
Upcoming Events
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3rd Quarter Community Call, KIF1A.ORG
Join us for a guided panel discussion exploring the interaction between KIF1A and mood, behavior, and emotion. Our panel of speakers will share perspectives and…
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern Time Zone
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Adults with KIF1A Meeting – Neuropathy and Neurological Symptoms
Join KIF1A.ORG and other KIF1A adults to discuss how you experience, and manage, peripheral neuropathy, temperature regulation, and other neurological symptoms.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82653401431 -
Newly Diagnosed Meetup
These gatherings are open to anyone that is new to our community or any KAND families interested in learning more about our organization’s mission, staff,…
Thursday, September 10, 2026 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern Time Zone
Online via Zoom
On the Blog
MCRI 2026 KAND Impact and Involvement Report
KAND researchers at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, led by Dr. Simranpreet Kaur, have taken a commitment to patient-centered research to heart. See how in their most recent impact update.
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