Bellvitge Launches Spain's First Program for Rare Diseases in Adults

The Idibell research institute introduces Remma to accelerate diagnosis and clinical care for over 390 minor diseases.

Generic image of a biomedical research laboratory with a microscope and genetic data screens.
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Generic image of a biomedical research laboratory with a microscope and genetic data screens.

The Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (Idibell) has introduced Remma in Barcelona, the first nationwide program in Spain specifically designed to boost research and care for rare diseases in adults.

Announced on February 28 to mark Rare Disease Day, the initiative aims to streamline the transition from pediatric to adult care. While Sant Joan de Déu Hospital remains the leader in pediatrics, Bellvitge will now serve as the primary hub for adult patients facing these infrequent pathologies.
The Remma program involves 46 lead researchers and over 200 professionals from the Bellvitge Health Campus. They will focus on more than 390 rare conditions, including neurological, cardiovascular, and hereditary oncological diseases, utilizing advanced genomic tools to provide precision medicine.

"We have been working in networks for rare diseases for 20 years, but this program will allow us to go faster and further."

Maria Molina · Scientific Director of Idibell