Millions of people worldwide are affected by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). Yet the causes, diagnostic markers, progression, and FDA-approved treatments remain unknown. The shared vision of the ME/CFS Collaborative Research Network (ME/CFSnet) is to encourage collaborative research in partnership with individuals and advocacy groups to understand the disease and develop better diagnosis and treatment.
New Publication! MECFS Network Investigators Further Elucidate Potential ME/CFS Biomarkers
February 8, 2023
Two new studies published in Cell Host & Microbe link altered gut microbiome to ME/CFS. MECFSnet investigators Dr. Julia Oh and Dr. Derya Unutmaz examine host-microbiome interactions in ME/CFS and potential metabolic consequences. These findings, along with a study by Dr. Brent L Williams and Dr. Ian Lipkin, add to growing evidence that the microbiome could provide biomarkers for ME/CFS.
Take Me ThereNew Publication! New Research Links Altered Gut Microbiome to ME/CFS
February 8, 2023
Research by MECFSnet investigators Dr. Brent L Williams and Dr. Ian Lipkin found that people with ME/CFS have significant gut microbiome dysbiosis. These findings, along with a study by Dr. Julia Oh and Dr. Derya Unutmaz were published in Cell Host & Microbe. This research suggests that certain differences in gut microbiome may serve as ME/CFS biomarkers.
Take Me ThereNew Publication! MECFSnet Investigators Use Circulating miRNA to Distinguish ME/CFS from Fibromyalgia
February 2, 2023
New research published in Scientific Reports found that 11 miRNAs were different in people with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia. These miRNAs were also used to successfully distinguish between ME/CFS and fibromyalgia. These findings can help diagnose and treat individuals with ME/CFS.
Take Me ThereThese institutions are working together as the ME/CFS Research Network.
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Investigators, health care providers, and advocates are collaborating across the Research Network to drive progress in understanding ME/CFS. Together, we can advance discoveries to improve the lives of members of the ME/CFS community.
What is ME/CFS?
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), also referred to as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), is a multi-system disease that causes dysfunction of the neurological, immune, endocrine, and energy metabolism systems.