Research

Studies to stop MS, restore function and end MS forever.

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Finding a cure for MS, one study at a time

People living with the disease join with research experts to identify projects to be funded.

A decade of MS breakthroughs

Barancik Prize winners continue their work to find a cure for MS.

Mental health concept with brain and flowers.

The brains behind MS research

Tissue donation helps pave the way to a cure.

Exploring MS origins

2023 Dystel Prize winner focuses on how the immune system could fight off the disease

Doctor stethoscope and rainbow flag icon symbol of LGBT pride. Symbol of gay lesbian bisexual transgender human rights and peace

Providers work to improve care for trans people

Healthcare experts see need for expanded knowledge and experience in treatment

Managing multiple medications

People with MS often have more than five prescriptions, which can lead to problems.

Connecting the dots

Barancik winner’s work targets multiple diseases to improve treatment and outcomes of people with MS.

Bright minds

National MS Society fellows lead cutting-edge research, diagnosis and treatment focused on multiple sclerosis.

Ghazal Lashgari, MD, in office

Women shaping the landscape of MS

Research and clinical fellows work to change what it means to live with MS.

Scientist with test tube

Newest MS research that inspires us

Highlights from the National MS Society’s 2022 Leadership Conference: “A Cure Is Everything”

On the trail for the trigger

Much research has focused on the possibility that unknown infectious agents such as viruses or… Read More

Clinical trial participants push progress forward

Participating in a clinical trial offers a possible chance to benefit from a new treatment… Read More

Dr. Barry Arnason receives the John Dystel Prize.

Celebrating a pioneer of MS research

Dr. Barry Arnason of the University of Chicago is awarded the 2014 John Dystel Prize… Read More

Normal nerve cell and nerve cell affected by MS

Jumpstarting myelin repair

Researchers are developing new understanding of what causes the cells that produce and repair myelin… Read More

Gary Anzovino, exercising to improve his cognition

Conditioning for cognition

Can physical exercise improve cognition in people with MS? New studies examine the benefits of… Read More

Researchers conduct a cognitive test with a young girl with MS.

Taking off the kid gloves

Researchers delve into pediatric MS with hopes that their findings will help solve the MS… Read More

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