KIF1A.ORG is a global community dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder and accelerating research to find a cure.
KIF1A is a molecular motor protein vital to brain function. Mutations in KIF1A cause a severe neurodegenerative disorder with a progressive course. The disease is associated with:
- Cognitive impairment
- Cerebellar atrophy
- Ataxia
- Spastic paraplegia
- Hypotonia
- Epilepsy
- Optic nerve atrophy
- Peripheral neuropathy
KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder is a new disease, and research is rapidly underway to discover treatment. Every day we are closer to understanding KIF1A and how brain function is disrupted by mutations in the gene. Accelerating this research will lead to rapid development of medicine. Time is as much our enemy as nature. We urgently need your support to save the lives of children affected by KIF1A.
Our Vision
Our goal is clear: to immediately find treatment for every individual living with KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder. We dream of a world with an easily accessible cure for our kids with KAND.
Our Impact
The KIF1A community has huge impact on pace and progress. KIF1A.ORG exists to eliminate challenges for families affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder through open communication and accurate information. KIF1A families are relentless in driving discovery and empowering community.
Our History
KIF1A.ORG was created to help other families affected by KAND and fund research for a cure. We received our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status in March 2017.