Roche in Neuroscience & Rare Disease: Preserving what makes people who they are

With a strong and diverse portfolio covering the most common to the rarest neurological conditions, Roche is approaching neuroscience and rare disease with the same curiosity, passion and rigor as we have done in oncology. Our mission is rooted in our formula: follow the science to improve the lives of people.

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Rare diseases

Find out what makes a rare disease rare and who is affected.

MS is a disease of the central nervous system, estimated to affect 2.3 million people worldwide.

SMA affects approximately 1 in 11,000 live births worldwide. Find out more about the condition and the role of the SMN protein.

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Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD)

A rare diagnosis

Chelsey spent ten years incorrectly diagnosed with MS before she was eventually diagnosed with a rare disease, NMOSD. She shares her story here.

Living with NMOSD: Advice from a working mother

Ana has neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) but has learnt to understand her condition and remain positive. She shares her story here

Learning about the science behind NMOSD

Understanding neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and the role of interleukin-6 in the inflammation that occurs in people with NMOSD

Life with NMOSD: Staying who you are with a rare disease

“Do not take life for granted. Take every moment in.”

Learn how we are breaking down barriers that prevent patients from joining clinical trials for spinal muscular atrophy.

How patient partnership is shaping the future of research and clinical development for Huntington’s disease.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, fatal brain disease and the most common cause of dementia.

HD affects approximately 1 in 10,000 people.

Find out more about this disease and how it impacts daily life?

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Huntington’s disease – Advancing research to improve lives

Huntington’s disease can affect entire families, and much is still unknown about this complex brain disease, but through research, we hope to change that.

Autism Spectrum Disorder: A journey with unique challenges

Kathy Hyde hopes that telling her son’s story will help increase understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with autism spectrum disorder.