Global Collaboration in Cystic Fibrosis: Lessons From the COVID‐19 Pandemic for Low‐ and Middle‐Income Countries

Abstract

The global CF COVID-19 initiative demonstrated that flexible, low-cost tools, capacity building, and intentional engagement of LMIC partners can reduce barriers to participation. Lessons learned, particularly around equity, sustainability, and harmonization, are directly applicable to future global CF research. Building on this model, the newly formalized Global CF Collaboration: Data & Research aims to strengthen LMIC partnerships, expand registry capacity, and ensure no region is left behind in advancing CF care and outcomes.