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As part of the GARDEN Network’s continuous effort to share valuable resources in the field of rare hematological diseases, this month we feature the work of Prof. Carlo Dufour on the modern management of Fanconi anemia. This rare genetic disorder, characterized by progressive bone marrow failure and cancer predisposition, remains…

As part of the GARDEN Network’s focus on innovation and the 2025 Agenda, we want to highlight recent contributions in the field of Artificial Intelligence applied to medical research. Featured works include research by Peter Robinson, on the potential use of the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) in rare hematology, and…

In this brief journey through history, we will provide insights—and in some cases, interesting facts—about the key figures and discoveries that have progressively led to a radical shift in the approach to treating thalassemia patients over the past 150 years. This story is divided into four chapters: Chapter 1: The…

The “Franco e Piera Cutino” Foundation proudly announces the appointment of Professor Aurelio Maggio as its new President. A leading figure in the field of research on rare hematological diseases, Professor Maggio takes on this role with the aim of strengthening the Foundation’s commitment to the fight against thalassemia and…

Over the past 50 years, the management of transfusion-dependent β-thalassemia (TDT) has undergone a remarkable transformation, significantly improving patients’ quality of life and survival. These advancements have been made possible through improvements in transfusion therapy, the development of effective iron chelators, the use of non-invasive tools for monitoring iron overload,…