The rolling story of SMA
In focus
First-Ever Animated History of SMA Research
To mark the 20th anniversary of SMA Europe, we are excited to present our first-ever fully curated, high-quality animated video exploring the history of research in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) alongside key milestones in the development of our organisation.
For the very first time, SMA Europe offers a comprehensive, reliable and professionally produced awareness resource that reflects on two decades of progress — from the early calls for research and collaboration to the development of life-changing SMA treatments available today while looking also into the future developments in the SMA field. The video highlights also some of the most important moments in SMA Europe’s journey and it presents selected milestones that illustrate the evolution, impact and growth of our community over the past 20 years.
Together, it celebrates 20 years of determination, collaboration and scientific progress — and the community that made it possible.
Please note that at SMA Europe we continue to work on additional outputs to provide a more comprehensive picture of the history of SMA research and the journey of SMA Europe. This video is just a snapshot of a much broader and richer story — so stay tuned for more to come!
The rolling story of SMA
Watch it now!
Join the Wheelie Mouse and her guide Helix on their fascinating journey through SMA research.
Acknowledgments
We extend our sincere gratitude to our presidents and founders — Ria Broekgaarden, Christian Cottet, Mencía de Lemus, Yasemin Erbas, Nicole Gusset, Casimir Knight, Marie-Christine Ouillade, Inge Schwersenz, and Brunhilde Wirth, as well as to past and present SMA Europe Scientific Advisory Board members and Melissa Bowerman who supported the video from the scientific perspective, the SMA Europe Board, and the many others who contributed with their insights, experience and feedback. Their commitment has been instrumental in shaping both the progress of SMA research and the history of our organisation.
We also want to acknowledge that the video would not be possible without the collaboration with our Communications Working Group and SMA Europe Youth Group. Thanks to their support and feedback, the animation is accessible to a wide range of audiences across different contexts and generations.