For Dr. Claire Bergstrom Johnson, becoming a scientist wasn’t just a career choice—it was personal.
When her twin sister was diagnosed with Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP), Claire was determined to find a way to make a difference. That diagnosis sparked a lifelong commitment to understanding the condition and developing better treatments for patients and families facing similar challenges.
Today, as a recipient of the GBS|CIDP Foundation International’s 2025 Benson Research Fellowship, Dr. Bergstrom is turning that determination into meaningful research that has the potential to improve the future of CIDP care.
A recent article in the Daily Mail shares Claire’s remarkable journey—from watching her sister navigate a rare condition to becoming a researcher dedicated to finding answers. Her story is a powerful reminder of how personal experiences can inspire scientific breakthroughs and why investing in early-career researchers is so important.
The Foundation is proud to support researchers like Dr. Bergstrom through the Benson Research Fellowship, helping promising scientists pursue innovative research that brings hope to the GBS, CIDP, MMN, and related conditions community.
Read more about Dr. Bergstrom’s inspiring journey and the motivation behind her research.
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