von Michael Wortmann
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21. Dezember 2024
The year 2024 is coming to an end. "We can all feel it: the world is on the move, but no one knows which way the pendulum will swing. More war or peace, a downward trend in the economy or an upturn. The wishes and hopes are clear. But whether they will come true is written in the stars," says the chairman of SMARCB1 e.V., Dr. Michael Wortmann. In these difficult times, it is important to keep a clear compass and to give the subject of "sarcomas", rare malignant diseases that often affect young people, the attention it deserves in public awareness and research. "It can certainly be seen as a Sisyphean task to unravel the mystery of sarcomas, perhaps even to find the key to the causes and then also to successful cures," states the association's chairman. It is therefore all the more gratifying that scientists around the world have set themselves precisely this goal. This commitment with an open outcome deserves the highest respect and recognition. SMARCB1 e.V. was once again able to promote research this year with non-material support through public relations work and a continuous financial contribution. "In the coming year, we will continue to support research into epithelioid sarcoma in particular," announced the association's chairman. The activities of SMARCB1 e.V. focus on a project at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)/Hopp Children's Tumor Center (KiTZ) in Heidelberg under the direction of Professor Dr. Dr. Thomas Grünewald. Here and now, however, we would first like to thank everyone involved, the dedicated scientists and the numerous donors, for their commitment. "We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and good luck, blessings and health for what is sure to be a challenging year in 2025," says Dr. Michael Wortmann. With confidence, optimism and faith in the good, we will certainly come a good deal closer to achieving the goals we have set ourselves.