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Research and clinical trials Exciting developments in research The National MS Society is a driving force of MS research and treatment to stop disease progression, restore function and end MS forever. The complexity of MS necessitates a holistic approach when it comes to research — a comprehensive strategy that can propel knowledge, better treatments, health care policies and new disease management therapies forward, faster. We support and fund research activities spanning ALL research stages, including early discovery research, translational research that brings promising ideas forward into actual therapeutic solutions for testing and clinical trials. Our unique approach drives the pursuit of all promising avenues that can impact those living with multiple sclerosis. As part of the Society’s new research fundraising initiative — NOW: An MS Research Revolution — we’ve committed to raise $250 million by 2016 for research aimed at stopping MS, restoring lost function and ending the disease forever.
Become an MS Research Champion Become an MS Research Champion and proudly let others know you’re helping to lead the MS research revolution. Visit nationalmssociety.org/research to learn more about the progress we’ve made and major breakthroughs on the horizon.
Clinical trials Clinical trials help determine if a drug is safe and effective for people with MS. People who are willing to volunteer in these studies make it possible for all of us to look forward to new and better drug therapies. For more information about how clinical trials work and how you can participate in local studies, visit MSsociety.org and search “Clinical Trials.”