Searching for the cause of MS – developing new treatments

Multiple sclerosis, often described as the disease with a thousand faces because of its multitude of symptoms, is one of the most common neurological disorders in young adults. Therefore, attaining fundamental knowledge of the cause of the disease is essential, while at the same time improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. The joint research of the competence network provides the best prerequisites for this. The collaborative work also gains a more international profile through the network.

Three research networks chosen for the first phase of funding

The research network UNDERSTAND^MS is mainly focussed on the cause and development of multiple sclerosis. CONTROL^MS examines established as well as new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. CHILDREN^MS aims at investigating multiple sclerosis in childhood and adolescence.

The nationwide cooperation of leading MS experts working together through the KKNMS provides unique professional competence. Effort will be made to facilitate the transfer of research findings into clinical practice so that patients will benefit more directly. For physicians, practices and clinics, the KKNMS would like to serve as a first contact for information and assessment of latest research findings or clinical studies as well as provide recommendations for diagnostics and treatment.

The network will thus make a significant contribution to the optimization of MS patient care in Germany.