What is KIF1A-associated neurological disorder (KAND)? KAND is a group of rare neurological disorders in children caused by variants (mutations) in the KIF1A gene, which plays an …

When there’s a mutation in this gene, it can cause KAND (KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder), a progressive neurodegenerative condition. Watch this video below to learn about …

KIF1A-associated neurological diseases (KAND) are a group of neurological illnesses caused by changes in the microtubule (MT) motor protein KIF1A as a consequence of a KIF1A gene …

The gene KIF1A encodes a protein that powers the transport of materials within nerve cells. Mutations in the gene cause changes in the structure of the KIF1A protein that impact its …

KIF1A associated neurological disorder (KAND) is caused by one or more disease-causing variations in the KIF1A gene. KIF1A is responsible for producing the KIF1A protein.

What is KIF1A associated-neurological disorder? KIF1A associated-neurological disorder (KAND), also known as KIF1A-related disorder, is a group of conditions caused by mutations in the …

KIF1A-associated neurological disorder, or KAND for short, is a group of rare genetic conditions that result in progressive neurological dysfunction due to alterations in the KIF1A gene. The …

9 hours ago · KIF1A.ORG is a global community dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) and accelerating research to find a cure.

Approximately two-thirds of individuals with KAND will learn to combine words into spoken sentences. Of those individuals who learn to speak, many have speech disorders which …

While KAND is a neurodegenerative disease, it does not affect any two people the same way. Progression and severity of KAND varies by mutation, and some mutations are more common …