Fondazione Telethon ETS

Telethon Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in Italy in 1990 with the aim of supporting scientific research into rare genetic diseases, often overlooked because they affect so few people.

Its primary activity is to fund research projects selected through rigorous evaluation by international experts. The funds raised support laboratories, researchers, and institutes studying the genetic causes of diseases and developing potential treatments.

Telethon promotes awareness campaigns, solidarity events, and collaborations with schools and businesses.

A key aspect of its work is translational research: it goes beyond theoretical study to transform scientific discoveries into concrete treatments. In some cases, Telethon has contributed to the development of actual gene therapies, which have been brought to clinical trials and used in patients.