Multiple Sclerosis

Through clinical and laboratory research programs, the physician-scientists at the OMRF Multiple Sclerosis Center are studying the root causes and progression of MS. These analyses encompass the study of immunologic mechanisms, genetics (single genes), genomics (all genes and their inter-relationships), and the influence of environmental factors such as viruses and nutrition. With comprehensive coded patient databases and a unique repository of biological samples, the Center is creating a shared resource that enables collaborations with institutions across the country and beyond. The Center’s scientists team with researchers across the U.S. and Europe to help advance the understanding, treatment, and prevention of MS.