A hope twelve thousand kilometres long
The story of Amari, who came from the small Caribbean Island of Trinidad to Milan to receive gene therapy for his rare genetic disorder of the immune system.
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Since 1990 we fund research on rare genetic conditions- 741 Millions of euros invested
- 1.916 Researchers
- 3.118 Projects funded
What we do
19.12.25
The sustainability of gene therapies for rare diseases: a model born from ADA-SCID and WAS
Fondazione Telethon have obtained marketing authorisation for a gene therapy thanks to a sustainability model that integrates research with industry, patients and supporters. Read the full interview with Celeste Scotti, R&D Director at Fondazione Telethon.
16.12.25
From Wiskott–Aldrich Syndrome to a new model for gene therapies
Rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases pose profound scientific, human and economic challenges. The development of gene therapy for Wiskott–Aldrich syndrome (WAS) is a clear example of this complexity.
15.12.25
Fondazione Telethon and Orphan Therapeutics Accelerator Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Pioneer Non-Profit Commercial Access Model for Ultra-Rare Disease Gene Therapy in the US
Orphan Therapeutics Accelerator and Fondazione Telethon today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate US commercial access to an ex vivo gene therapy for the treatment of Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome.
