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About HNF
Founded in the early 2000’s, HNF developed the Therapeutic Research in Accelerated Discovery (TRIAD) as a collaborative effort with academia, government, and industry to develop treatments for CMT.
In accordance with the FDA’s patient-focused drug development guidance for enhancing the incorporation of the patient’s voice in medical product development and regulatory decision making, HNF has developed a regulatory strategy to support FDA Guidelines to engage with industry early on and assist with collecting and submitting robust and meaningful patient experience data, and other relevant information from patients and caregivers, such as identifying what is important to patients.
HNF is actively committed to increasing awareness and accurate diagnosis of CMT and providing patients and families with critical information to improve quality of life.
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![HNF’s Wearable Tech Study Delivers Strong Results for CMT Clinical Trials](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Wearable--1080x675.jpg)
HNF’s Wearable Tech Study Delivers Strong Results for CMT Clinical Trials
HNF’s Wearable Tech Study Delivers Strong Results for CMT Clinical Trials The Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation (HNF) is breaking new ground in Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) research with a pioneering study that uses wearable technology to monitor function in CMT patients....
![CMT Warriors Unite: Rock, Roll, & Make a Difference in San Antonio, TX](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rock-and-roll-san-antonio-square-2.jpg)
CMT Warriors Unite: Rock, Roll, & Make a Difference in San Antonio, TX
Event Details: San Antonio, TX: December 7-8, 2024 (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon)
![Seeking Participants for a New CMT Clinical Trial: A Chance to Help Advance Treatment](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NMD-Pharma-1080x675.jpg)
Seeking Participants for a New CMT Clinical Trial: A Chance to Help Advance Treatment
Seeking Participants for a New CMT Clinical Trial: A Chance to Help Advance Treatment If you’re living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease, specifically CMT1 or CMT2 subtypes you may be eligible to participate in an exciting new clinical trial. NMD Pharma, a...
![New Gene Therapy Shows Potential in Early Trial for Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sept-Eblast-images-1080x675.jpg)
New Gene Therapy Shows Potential in Early Trial for Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
A recent clinical trial has shown promising results for a new treatment option for people living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. The therapy involves a special type of gene medicine that uses a plasmid (a small, circular piece of DNA) to deliver a gene that...
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CMT Biobank
The CMT Biobank is now open! Are we coming to a city near you? Do you want to make a difference in CMT research? HNF is looking for patients with a confirmed CMT diagnosis to participate in the CMT Biobank. Your vital blood samples and de-identified GRIN data will be...
![How Does CMT Affect You?](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/GRIN--1080x675.jpg)
How Does CMT Affect You?
Join the thousands of HNF volunteers who are fueling CMT research. The more you share, the more we’ll learn. Complete your GRIN surveys today!
![CMT Speak Out this Month with CMT (re)Post-its!](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-1080x675.jpg)
CMT Speak Out this Month with CMT (re)Post-its!
1. Select and save your favorite images below 2. Post and tag us with your own personal message across social media! Use #CMTSpeakOut and #CMTWeGotThis1. Right Click2. Click "Save Image As"3. Sign into your social media account and post image and comment.Instagram:...
![CMT Self Care: A 30-Day Journal](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SELF-Care-image.jpg)
CMT Self Care: A 30-Day Journal
CMT Self-Care: A 30-Day Journey to Empowerment and Well-Being Living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease is a unique challenge—one that demands resilience, strength, and above all, self-care. Introducing "CMT Self-Care: A 30-Day Journal," a thoughtfully crafted...
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![HNF Awards the inaugural HNF Clinical Translation Fellowship](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Eblast-images-1-1080x675.jpg)
HNF Awards the inaugural HNF Clinical Translation Fellowship
HNF Awards the inaugural HNF Clinical Translation Fellowship in the amount of $170,000 to Kayla Cornett, PhD We are thrilled to announce the establishment of the HNF Clinical Translation Fellowship, awarded to Kayla Cornett, PhD, a distinguished postdoctoral research...
![Research Opportunity: CMT-SORD](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sord-image-1080x675.jpg)
Research Opportunity: CMT-SORD
Research Opportunity: CMT-SORD I am writing to you today because there is a research opportunity you may be eligible for. When you joined HNF’s Global Registry for Inherited Neuropathies (GRIN), you agreed to be contacted regarding these opportunities. Since 2001, the...
![Unstoppable Skyler Fisher: Triumphing Across Continents with CMT](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Skylar-video-cover-1080x675.png)
Unstoppable Skyler Fisher: Triumphing Across Continents with CMT
In the fast-paced world of para triathlons, one name stands out among the rest: Skyler Fisher, a dynamic 19-year-old powerhouse representing Team USA.
![HNF Contributes CMTRN Data to C-Path’s RDCA-DAP](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/critical-path-1080x666.jpg)
HNF Contributes CMTRN Data to C-Path’s RDCA-DAP
HNF Contributes CMTRN Data to C-Path’s RDCA-DAP, Strengthening Research Capabilities for Inherited Neuropathies Integration of CMTRN data into RDCA-DAP promises new insights into Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and related neuropathies, fueling advancements in treatment...
Featured Webinars
![Webinar: Making Sense & Science of CMT Symptoms](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/GRIN-Webinar-3.jpg)
Webinar: Making Sense & Science of CMT Symptoms
How do we know if our symptoms are Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease related, and how can we drive research to better answer this question?
![CMT THRIVE Webinar – Cannabis & Neuropathy Webinar](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/CMT-Cannibis-.jpg)
CMT THRIVE Webinar – Cannabis & Neuropathy Webinar
Cannabis can be a safe and effective tool to reduce symptoms of neuropathy and improve patient quality of life.
![Active Hands](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/resized-CMT-Connect-Template-Active-Hands-408-×-253-px.jpg)
Active Hands
Hear from Rob Smith, Inventor and Director of Active Hands and learn about these life-impacting products designed especially for people living with reduced hand function.
![CMT-Connect Pain Webinar](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/resized-Pain-Part-1-Webinar-Cover-408-×-253-px.jpg)
CMT-Connect Pain Webinar
New CMT-Connect Webinar Pain Series will focus on a particular type of pain, its common causes, available treatments and future treatments on the horizon.
UPCOMING EVENTS
![CMT Warriors Unite: Rock, Roll, & Make a Difference in San Antonio, TX](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rock-and-roll-san-antonio-square-2.jpg)
CMT Warriors Unite: Rock, Roll, & Make a Difference in San Antonio, TX
Event Details: San Antonio, TX: December 7-8, 2024 (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon)
![2024 CMT Roadshow Coming to a City Near You?](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CMT-Bioback.jpg)
2024 CMT Roadshow Coming to a City Near You?
Do you want to make a difference in CMT research? HNF is looking for patients with a confirmed CMT diagnosis to participate in the CMT Biobank
![Virtual Chair Yoga, Healthy Heart & Backs to the Mat](https://www.hnf-cure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Christine-Yoga-1080x675.jpg)
Virtual Chair Yoga, Healthy Heart & Backs to the Mat
Virtual Chair Yoga, Healthy Heart & Backs to the Mat