Defeat Duchenne Canada Announce 2023-2024 Research Grants
Defeat Duchenne Canada, the country’s leader in Duchenne muscular dystrophy-funded research, is proud to announce that it will grant $880,320 toward five promising research projects this year – making the total awarded over its 29-year history $17.73M. The five new projects will enter a three-year agreement with the organization, joining six other research projects in years two and three of their funding.
Meet the researchers and hear the latest progress in Duchenne science.
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NMD4C Website Updates: Resource & Training Hubs
We’re excited to share some updates to the NMD4C website! We’ve created two hubs, the Resource Hub and the Training Hub to make it easier for all our members to find e-learning tools, and research resources!
Scheduled Maintenance
Our websites and training platforms will be undergoing maintenance from December 22 – 26 and 29 – 31, 2025. During this period, access may be limited until the work is complete. We appreciate your patience while this maintenance is carried out. If you require assistance during these times, please contact our Communications Coordinator, Lola Owoeye.
Applications are now open for the 2026 NMD4C Basic Research Summer School!!!
Application Deadline: January 27, 2026 | We are excited to announce that applications are now open for our third Basic Research Summer School for neuromuscular research trainees! Led by Dr. Mireille Khacho, the 2026 NMD4C Basic Research Summer School will be held from June 8th to 10th at the University of Ottawa.