Coordinating Research for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
DMCC for ME/CFS CCR: Recompete 2022
This project helps organize and support a network of research centers working to better understand and treat Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS).
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Triangle Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Research Triangle Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11127605 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a complex condition affecting many people worldwide, and we still don't fully understand what causes it or how to treat it effectively. This project acts as a central hub for a network of research centers dedicated to ME/CFS. It provides essential support like data management, analysis, and tools to connect with patients, clinicians, and other researchers. By coordinating these efforts, the goal is to identify different types of ME/CFS, track the disease over time, and develop better ways to measure treatment success.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with ME/CFS may benefit indirectly by participating in future research studies supported by this coordinating center, or by engaging with the broader ME/CFS community facilitated by this project.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by ME/CFS would not directly benefit from this specific research coordination effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this coordination will accelerate the discovery of new insights into ME/CFS, leading to more effective treatments and improved patient care.
How similar studies have performed: This project builds upon an existing network of ME/CFS research centers, leveraging past efforts to continue and expand multidisciplinary investigations into the condition.
Where this research is happening
Research Triangle Park, United States
- Research Triangle Institute — Research Triangle Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carnes, Megan — Research Triangle Institute
- Study coordinator: Carnes, Megan
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.