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Innovations in Science

We're accelerating the delivery of treatments and cures.

Grants at a Glance

A Full-Spectrum Approach

The power in our research approach is that we can often apply learnings from one disease to progress in others to bring urgently-needed answers to our families. We also help spread scientific knowledge and train the next generation of scientific leaders by funding national and international research conferences, clinical research training grants and career development grants.

 

For Researchers

Learn about the diseases MDA covers, MDA's grant types and review process, our medical and scientific advisory committees, MDA-funded meetings, and find contact information for MDA research staff.

Our Impact

  • MDA is supporting 150 research projects worldwide.
  • Kids and adults make nearly 50,000 visits to MDA Care Centers each year.
  • More than 3,800 kids receive best week of the year at MDA Summer Camp annually.
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MDA Resource Center: We’re Here For You

Our trained specialists are here to provide one-on-one support for every part of your journey. Send a message below or call us at 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (1-833-275-6321). If you live outside the U.S., we may be able to connect you to muscular dystrophy groups in your area, but MDA programs are only available in the U.S.

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