Muscular Dystrophy Association
This organization is dedicated toward fostering and promoting the alleviation of the conditions of persons with muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular disorders through support of basic and applied research seeking the causes of and effective treatments for these diseases. SFR has collaborated in order to bring countless speakers from the MDA to share their knowledge and expertise with students
NCATS NIH Office of Rare Disease Research
The mission of the NIH is to seek fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of the living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance life, lengthen life, and reduce the burden of illness and disability. NCAT's goal in particular is to gain more treatments to patients.
CA Rare Action Network (NORD)
An organization standing for equitable access to timely diagnosis, treatment, and care for every person affected by rare diseases. It is a network connecting advocates to represent the rare disease community by developing key relationships with key decision makers and policy leaders.
Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation
A foundation passionate in its support of programs and opportunities aimed at elevating the clinical paradigm for NMO patients and improving options for treatment, prevention, and an eventual care for those with Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO). SFR has partnered with this foundation to gain knowledge from numerous guest speakers and network with its staff.