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Reaching for the Cure as Progeria Research Comes of Age at the 12th International Scientific Workshop<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Maria Eriksson,\u00a0Vicente Andr\u00e9s,\u00a0Mark W. Kieran\u00a0&\u00a0Leslie B. Gordon<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

PRF Scientific Workshop Summary Published in <\/span>N<\/i>ature Aging<\/i><\/strong>\u00a0defines 6 strategic pillars for Progeria research!<\/span><\/p>\n

Two and a half days of groundbreaking science, powerful human connection, and renewed commitment to finding the cure.<\/p>\n

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OFFICIAL MEETING REPORT \u2013 FREE ACCESS<\/strong><\/p>\n

“<\/strong><\/em>Reaching for the cure as progeria research comes of age at the 12th international scientific workshop<\/strong><\/em>“<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Our comprehensive meeting summary covering current treatments, cardiovascular disease, gene therapy advances, and six strategic priorities moving forward has been published in\u00a0Nature Aging<\/em><\/strong> and is free to read and share<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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SCIENCE MEETS HUMANITY<\/strong><\/p>\n

The workshop opened with an unprecedented patient panel composed entirely of young adults living with Progeria. Merlin, Kaylee, Amber<\/strong>, and Michiel<\/strong> shared powerful insights into participating in clinical trials and navigating life with Progeria from childhood to adulthood. Their candid discussion captured the attention, hearts, and inspiration of everyone in the room.<\/p>\n

Attendees were also moved by a tribute to Sammy Basso<\/strong>, beloved patient and advocate, whose own words were shared through a film created by his best friend Riccardo. The evening closed with a musical performance by Dr. Francis Collins<\/strong>, former NIH Director and 20-year contributor to Progeria research.<\/p>\n

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BUILT ON COLLABORATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

The workshop closed in a circle \u2013 literally – with an open. reflective conversation about where the field goes next. The Progeria research community aligned around six strategic priorities to guide development of novel therapies for Progeria. Read the full details in the Nature Aging<\/em> report.<\/p>\n

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Moments like this are what make PRF\u2019s workshops so special. They create space for openness, collaboration, and a shared commitment to moving science forward, TOGETHER!<\/p>\n

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\"\"PRF’s 12th International Scientific Workshop: Breakthroughs, Community & Hope<\/strong><\/p>\n

In October 2025, 118<\/strong> physicians, scientists, and advocates from 12<\/strong> countries gathered in Boston for The Progeria Research Foundation’s 12th International Scientific Workshop \u2014 two and a half days of groundbreaking science, powerful human connection, and renewed commitment to finding a cure.<\/p>\n

Science Meets Humanity<\/strong> The workshop opened with an historic first: a patient panel composed entirely of young adults living with Progeria. Merlin, Kaylee, Amber, and Michiel shared powerful insights into participating in clinical trials and navigating life with Progeria from childhood to adulthood. Their candid discussion captured the attention, hearts, and inspiration of everyone in the room. Attendees were also moved by a tribute to Sammy Basso, beloved patient and advocate, whose own words were shared through a film created by his best friend Riccardo. The evening closed with a musical performance by Dr. Francis Collins, former NIH Director and 20-year contributor to Progeria research.<\/p>\n

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Cutting-Edge Research on Display<\/strong> Over 50 scientific presentations covered current treatments, cardiovascular disease, and the latest in gene therapy and gene editing. A highlight was the introduction of SamPro-2<\/strong>, a next-generation gene-editing therapy in development for a future clinical trial and a significant step toward a potential cure.<\/span><\/p>\n

Built on Collaboration<\/strong> From early-career mentorship sessions to high-energy poster discussions, the workshop fostered the kind of partnerships that accelerate science. It closed in a circle, literally, with an open and reflective conversation about where the field goes next. Moments like this are what make PRF\u2019s workshops so special. They create space for openness, collaboration, and a shared commitment to moving science forward, TOGETHER!<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Attendees Are Saying<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n