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Supporting MS research in Germany

Date: Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Greetings by Princess Massimilia von Fuerstenberg

Greetings by Princess Massimilia von Fuerstenberg

The Prince and Princess of Fuerstenberg, Germany, hosted a festive event at their palace in Donaueschingen on October 17. The Prince and Princess are longtime supporters of multiple sclerosis research in Germany. Prof. Daniel Zajfman, President of the Weizmann Institute, also spoke at the event.

Prof. Ruth Arnon of the Institute's Department of Immunology shared her personal journey as a scientist, as well as her journey in developing the breakthrough MS drug Copaxone. She also shared information about her current research.

Bob Drake, President of the European Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, and his wife Renee were also in attendance.