Exploring the causes and treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Official title: Center for Solutions for ME/CFS
Funded at Columbia University Health Sciences · NIH-10878252 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring how the immune system and infections might contribute to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), using a smartphone app to track symptoms, looking at genetic differences in patients, and searching for any germs that could be involved, all to help improve how we understand and treat this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 3, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,968,142 |
| NIH project number | 1U54NS137199-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10878252 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or those experiencing similar symptoms.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated chronic illnesses or those not diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex interactions between the immune system and infectious agents that may lead to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). It includes three main projects: one that uses a smartphone app to track symptoms and biological markers, another that analyzes genetic differences in ME/CFS patients, and a third that looks for infectious agents linked to the condition. By leveraging advanced technology and large-scale genetic data, the research aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms of ME/CFS and improve diagnosis and treatment options.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding, diagnosis, and treatment options for patients suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding ME/CFS through genetic and environmental interactions, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia University Health Sciences
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lipkin, W. Ian — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Lipkin, W. Ian
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.