Rural folk with MS sought for study
July 10, 2017The Otago Daily Times has reported that medical researchers are turning their attention to the rural sector to benefit people who have multiple sclerosis.read more
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KNOWING YOUR NMO – MAPPING AN MS LIKE ILLNESS
July 10, 2017In MS the immune system damages cells in the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord or optic nerve), but there are other, similar conditions in which this also occurs,…read more
BEGINNINGS OF A UNIQUE NEW APPROACH FOR TREATING MS
July 10, 2017Our blood brain barrier is an amazing part of the body that keeps the brain and spinal cord highly protected, allowing through only those cells and nutrients that are needed…read more
UNRAVELLING THE CAUSES OF MS
June 19, 2017In MS, the brain and spinal cord are mistakenly attacked by our own immune system. This involves autoimmune processes that specifically damage the myelin which forms an insulating layer around…read more
COMMON ACNE MEDICATION MAY HELP DELAY A DIAGNOSIS OF MS
June 19, 2017Canadian researchers have published their results of a clinical trial testing whether an antibiotic commonly used in the treatment of acne can help prevent a diagnosis of MS in people…read more
Rex and MS On TV One News
May 10, 2017A recent segment on TV One news highlighted the work being done using Rex robotics to help people with MS regain movement in their legs.read more
Progressive MS trials in the international spotlight
May 10, 2017The American Academy of Neurology is currently meeting in Boston. Scientific meetings like this are vital for the dissemination of information.read more
Australian funded study may pave the way for a new progressive MS treatment
May 10, 2017Australia once again is on the cutting edge of MS research. Professor Michael Pender from the University of Queensland and Professor Rajiv Khanna from QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, have…read more
Lifestyle Check: fat and MS
May 10, 2017Diets, love them or hate them, social media is a buzz with them. They are a staple for click bait on the internet and media outlets love controversial diet headlines.read more
The immune system a potential “Frenemy” of myelin
April 3, 2017The human body is a remarkable machine, there are many complex interactions with chemical, physical and electrical signals constantly whizzing around our bodies.read more
FDA approves Ocrelizumab for relapsing-remitting and primary progressive MS
April 3, 2017The American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved OCREVUS™ (ocrelizumab) for the treatment of both relapsing and primary progressive forms of multiple sclerosis.read more
How does vitamin D change immune cell genes?
April 3, 2017Living further from the equator increases your risk of developing an immune disease such as MS. This ‘latitude effect’ has been attributed in part to a lack of vitamin D,…read more
What controls myelin production in the brain?
April 3, 2017The loss of myelin in the brain and spinal cord is a characteristic of MS. Myelin is a protein layer or sheath that coats and protects cells in the brain…read more
Use of Gadolinium in MRI scans for MS
April 3, 2017Gadolinium is a chemical that is known as a ‘contrast agent’, meaning that it shows up in X-rays and other imaging techniques.read more
Doctors back unconventional treatment for multiple sclerosis
March 27, 2017On the ABC News 7-30 Report recently, the MS Research Australia Chief Executive Officer, Dr Matthew Miles, featured in a report discussing the approach to the management of MS founded…read more
The importance of early treatment in MS
March 27, 2017Experts in Europe recently held a debate and discussion at the European Parliament with an audience of critical stakeholders about the importance of early diagnoses and access to treatment in…read more
A blood test to distinguish between MS subtypes
March 6, 2017MS Research Australia is proud to have supported the work of Professor Gilles Guillemin and Dr Edwin Lim. Their latest work has hit the media headlines with 1 million views…read more
New funding for repair and regeneration of myelin
March 6, 2017MS results from the damage and loss of myelin, the conductive layer around nerve fibres in the brain and spinal cord. Myelin can be repaired following attacks of MS, but…read more
Is your treatment working? Perhaps your genes can tell
March 6, 2017In the past decade, several treatments for MS have become available. Many of these target cells in the immune system. However, determining which treatment would be best for everyone with…read more
MS, the immune system and a sneaky intruder
March 6, 2017Australian immunological researchers have a strong tradition of being on the cutting edge - 20 years ago, Australian Professor Peter Doherty AC was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine for…read more