Please note the following updates to the agenda: Thanks for your flexibility as we make these necessary adjustments!
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June Monthly Momentum
Dear KIF1A.ORG Community, As the middle of the year rolls in, we’re filled with excitement and anticipation for our upcoming KAND Family & Scientific Engagement Conference happening July 25–26, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts! This event is one of our most important opportunities to bring together patients, families, researchers, clinicians, and advocates—all united in our mission…
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BioSensics Joins KIF1A.ORG’s Mission to Support KAND Natural History Study
Wearable Digital Data Collection Is On the Horizon: Meet BioSensics KIF1A.ORG is thrilled to announce an exciting new initiative to enhance our natural history study and accelerate progress toward clinical trials: wearable digital data collection in partnership with BioSensics, a leading innovator in digital health monitoring for rare diseases. As part of our efforts to…
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May Monthly Momentum
KIF1A.ORG Newsletter – May 2025 Dear KIF1A.ORG Community, It has been almost four weeks since I started assimilating into the role of KIF1A.ORG’s new Executive Director and, WOW, what a four weeks it has been. From connecting with community members, to learning about our ongoing and upcoming projects, I am filled with excitement about everything…
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London’s Superhero Story
A message from London’s family in New York, USA: London is our beautiful and sassy little 7 year old girl with a BIG personality. London was diagnosed with KIF1A in 2022. It has been a journey and still is but nothing stops London from letting her personality shine. She’s definitely the Queen Bee! London loves…
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Athena’s Superhero Story
A message from Athena’s family in California, USA: Athena is 6 years old. She was diagnosed at the age of 5 when I requested genetic testing for her after speaking to her orthopedic surgeon. We kept thinking we were missing something. Something wasn’t adding up. Her ortho doctor and I decided that we should speak…
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April Monthly Momentum
KIF1A.ORG Newsletter – April 2025 Welcome Our New Executive Director, Dominique Lessard, Ph.D.! I’m thrilled to share exciting news about the leadership at KIF1A.ORG. Beginning April 14th, Dominique Lessard will officially step into the role of Executive Director, replacing myself, Angie Fuller. Dominique has been a dedicated force within our organization as our previous Chief…
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2024 Impact Report
Executive Summary In 2024, KIF1A.ORG continued its critical mission to accelerate research, foster a global community, and empower families affected by KIF1A-Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) and KIF1A mutations. As a patient and family-led nonprofit, we bridged the gap between families, scientists, and advocates, driving patient-centered initiatives that advanced our understanding of KAND. Key highlights include:…
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February Monthly Momentum
Dear KIF1A.ORG Community, This Friday, February 28th, we join the global community in honoring Rare Disease Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness and shining a light on the millions of people affected by rare diseases. Here at KIF1A.ORG, we’ve been gearing up all month, and the momentum is truly inspiring! Our Miles that Matter for…
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January Monthly Momentum
Dear KAND Community, This February, in honor of Rare Disease Day on 2/28, we have two important initiatives underway! Please read below to learn about our ASCEND survey completion challenge and our Miles That Matter for KIF1A campaign. These initiatives are critical to our community—driving research participation and raising awareness and funds to advance our…
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Sloane’s 4th Dose
Hi KIF1A Families, Sloane received her forth ASO dose in October at 80mg. This dosing consisted of pre-dose bloodwork, research EEG, PT evaluation, and a cognitive evaluation. The biggest changes we have seen so far have been in her speech and cognitive awareness. She recently started counting to 10 on her own! We are noticing slightly…
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