Tag: MS
Accessible holidays
Examples of accessible resorts and services shared by our members
Du Pré Grants
MSIF Du Pré Grants enable multiple sclerosis researchers and clinicians to undertake short placements in established MS research centres and clinics
2021 McDonald Fellowships and Du Pré Grant recipients announced
MSIF is proud to announce the recipients of the 2021 McDonald Fellowships and Du Pré Grants, from Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, and Tunisia
Winner of the 2021 Young Investigator Award
Dr Giacomo Boffa receives the 2021 Young Investigator Award on his project on using aHSCT in individuals with secondary progressive MS
Professor Alan Thompson wins the prestigious MS Charcot Award
Professor Thompson wins the 2021 lifetime achievement award for outstanding research into the understanding and treatment of MS
2020 McDonald Fellowships and Du Pré Grant recipients announced
MSIF is proud to announce the recipients of the 2020 McDonald Fellowships and Du Pré Grants, from Iran, Zambia, Brazil, Turkey, and Argentina
Winner of the 2020 Young Investigator Award
Helen Onuorah receives the 2020 Young Investigator Award on her project "Racial inequalities in MS research participation"
New map changes understanding of immune cells in the brain
A new international study has mapped a type of immune cell, the microglia, in the human and mouse brain for the first time. Microglia are thought to play a role in the progression of MS. This research has changed the understanding of how these cells function, and has important implications for MS.
Early intensive treatment gives better outcomes
New study shows that early use of high efficacy treatment for MS improves long term disability outcomes, rather than starting on a moderately effective therapy and escalating to a stronger medication.
Food allergies may be linked to more MS relapses
In a recent study, scientists have shown that people with MS who have food allergies are more likely to experience clinical attacks and lesions in the brain than those without allergies or with other allergies that are unrelated to food.
Research Australia presents award to developer of world’s largest MS database
Helmut Butzkueven, who led the development of MSBase with support from MS Research Australia, has received the Data Innovation Award.
Study shows taking MS medications as directed is better for overall health
Canadian research reveals the positive effects of taking MS medications as prescribed on a person's general health
Discovering how immune cells get into the brain in MS
Study reveals important mechanism that allows immune cells to attack myelin in MS
MS Australia publishes first report on MS Specialist Nurses in Australia
A major investigation into the critical role of MS Specialist Nurses in Australia could support MS Australia’s advocacy work to increase funding for MSSNs
Art University redecorates facilities of Brazilian MS Association
Students and staff from "Universidade Futura do Pintor" renovated the facilities as part of a partnership between the two organisations
2017 McDonald Fellowship and Du Pré grant recipients announced
MSIF is proud to announce the recipients of the 2017 McDonald fellowships and Du Pre grants
A new potential biomarker for the diagnosis of MS
A new small study has discovered molecules in the blood that are specific to people with MS, and can distinguish between relapsing remitting and progressive MS.
MS Ireland shares results of first national survey into the needs of people with MS
“My MS, My Needs” survey results help MS Ireland to improve services and advance advocacy work for people with MS.
MS Australia’s Queensland bike ride raises over one million dollars for people living with MS
MS Queensland’s annual “Brissie to the Bay” bike ride a huge fundraising success for people living with MS
Wolfensohn Award 2017
Ms Kyoko Nakata from Japan wins the 2017 James D. Wolfensohn Award
Celebrating the role of new technologies in transforming the lives of people affected by MS
Matthew Miles, Chief Executive of MS Research Australia, shared insights on how technology is revolutionising research, treatment, diagnosis, and more
The world unites to Kiss Goodbye to MS
People around the world fundraise for Kiss Goodbye to MS campaign
German MS Society launches family planning telephone counselling service
“Planbaby bei MS” offers support and advice on starting a family to young adults with MS
Special visit marks launch of MSIF’s capacity building programme in Morocco
MS International Federation’s capacity-building manager, Abdelfatah Ibrahim, visits Morocco
Israel MS Society expands its support network
Greater support in Israel for people affected by MS
World MS Day is around the corner…
Sharing tips for #LifewithMS and events for World MS Day
Latest MS research highlighted at French conference
French MS organisation ARSEP celebrates 26th annual conference
MS Ireland takes action
MS Ireland launches two major new publications on early treatment and diagnosis of MS