roadmap to a cure
our mission
The SPATA Foundation's Mission is to advocate, educate, and drive research for SPATA5 and SPATA5L1 Related Disorders.
Our hope is that our efforts will help us better understand the function of the genes & lead to treatment for disorders related to these genes.
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Rare diseases are often overlooked when it comes to research and funding due to the small populations they serve. This means advocating for research and funding said research falls to the duty of the rare disease families and organizations.
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We can't find a cure without your help. We will need MILLIONS.
our story
Meet Nicholas, Mariah, and Luca George. Luca was diagnosed with SPATA5L1 Disorder in February of 2023.
Although the diagnosis was an answer, they knew it wasn't the end. They refuse to accept there is no help.
The George Family has launched The SPATA Foundation as a passion project for Luca, but are dedicated to everyone affected by SPATA5 and SPATA5L1 Disorders..
partnerships
We are partners/members of these collaborative organizations!
DIAGNOSED SPATA5 & SPATA5L1 CASES
around the world
RED indicates SPATA5 families
BLUE indicates SPATA5L1 families
GREEN indicates known SPATA5 and/or SPATA5L1 Researcher
Last Updated: November 19, 2024
