MS Genetics Project (GEMS Study)

type of intervention

Non-interventional study

recruitment status

Recruiting

region

ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

type of ms

All forms of MS, People without MS

Brief Summary

We need your help to investigate the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) strain that may play a crucial role in developing multiple sclerosis (MS). This study also aims to identify specific markers in the blood associated with onset and progression of MS. The knowledge gained will be used to greatly improve MS diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

Inclusion

People WITH MS who:
•Are 18 years and above
•Have been diagnosed with MS by a neurologist
People who DO NOT have MS who:
•Are 18 years and above and have NOT been diagnosed with MS, and
•Have NOT been diagnosed with any similar neurological condition

Anticipated start date

Already started

Recruitment Contact

Chhavi Asthana, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Menzies Institute for Medical Research
t: (03) 6226 4226
e: Chhavi.Asthana@utas.edu.au

Further Details

To volunteer, complete our screening survey screening survey (approx. 5-10 minutes)

For full details click the following link: Multiple Sclerosis Genetics Study

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Funding for this study comes from the Australian Government’s Medical Research Future Fund (MRF2024516) and National Health and Medical Research Council (2021/GNT2009389).

Region

All

Ethics Approval

Yes

Last updated

20/02/2024

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