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– so that medical progress reaches everyone
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– so that medical progress reaches everyone
Rare diseases primarily affect the most vulnerable in our society. Every year, at least 1,500 children die from a rare disease in Germany alone. However, it is only the clinical picture that is rare: in Germany alone, at least 4 million people are affected by a rare disease. Due to a lack of research, there is a lack of effective treatment approaches and medication.
The Eva Luise and Horst Köhler Foundation wants to change this through targeted research funding, networking, and public relations work. We promote research into rare diseases and make targeted investments in the structures required to achieve these goals. As the initiator of the Alliance4Rare research initiative, we are shaping a future model for pediatric research in Germany together with partners from research and civil society. With your help, we are making the ‘medicine of tomorrow’ a reality and ensuring that medical progress reaches everyone!
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The Foundation
About us
Since 2006, the people behind the Eva Luise and Horst Köhler Foundation have been deeply committed to improving medical care for children, young people and adults with rare diseases.
Research
How we help
Research and patient care must go hand in hand when it comes to rare diseases. We invest in the necessary structures, networks and projects so that those affected can be helped as quickly as possible.
Rare diseases
Why we help
Rare are plenty. Our efforts give those affected hope for a healthier future and ultimately benefit everyone. After all, research into rare diseases can also revolutionize the “medicine of tomorrow”.
Donations
How you can help
People suffering from insufficiently researched diseases need help quickly. We are taking action. Support us with your donation in our research offensive for rare diseases!
Latest News
Tenders
Alliance4Rare call for proposals: Funding for research projects on rare diseases
The Alliance4Rare - Research Initiative for Children with Rare Diseases is once again inviting proposals for up to three research projects with a maximum duration of 3 years and a…
Research
8th Rare Disease Symposium: “Rethinking Rare”
Rethinking Rare" - we cordially invite you to join us for the 8th Rare Disease Symposium on May 3-4, 2024 in Berlin. Get actively involved in rethinking, forward thinking and…
Events
Presentation of the 16th Eva Luise Köhler Research Award for Rare Diseases
Eva Luise Köhler will award the Research Prize for Rare Diseases that bears her name on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 6 p.m. at the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and…
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