Foundation Funded Research
To date, the GBS|CIDP Foundation has awarded more than $7.3 million in grants meant to advance the knowledge of GBS, CIDP, and variants. Read on to learn about the projects that were chosen based on recommendations from the Grant Committee of the Global Medical Advisory Board. All grants awarded before 2021 were awarded in amounts…
GBS|CIDP Research Report
Summary of GBS/CIDP Grants to Date GBS|CIDP Research Report [PDF] 2004 Prof K.A. Sheikh, MD Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, MD Determination of anti-ganglioside antibody affinity in patients with GBS Antibody affinity and nerve injury in GBS is a complex issue. Our work points out at least 3 issues: Anti-ganglioside antibody affinity/avidity is likely not related to…
New Research Grant Announced: Exploring possible role of TGR5 and FXR in autoimmune neuropathy
Please join us in congratulating, 2019 GBS|CIDP Research Grant Recipient, Betty Soliven, MD for her study: Exploring the possible role of TGR5 and FXR in autoimmune neuropathy Betty Soliven, MD is a Professor and the Associate Chair for Faculty Affairs of the Department of Neurology at the University of Chicago Synopsis There is increasing evidence…
Building Muscle at Any Age
By Dr. Julie Rowin A publication from Dr. Julie Rowin’s Blog Post found at: julierowinmd.com The benefits of maintaining muscle mass at any age cannot be underestimated.Here’s why: Muscle is involved in brain function in a big way. Muscle directly communicates with the brain through chemicals and messengers such as brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). These chemicals…
APLUS Statement on the State of Plasma
The American Plasma Users Coalition (APLUS) recognizes and applauds the recent statements from the White House that emphasize the importance of plasma and how essential plasma donors are to the healthcare system. This statement rings true for convalescent plasma that may help countless patients battling COVID-19 and is especially true for people all over the…
Keynote Address from the 13th International Symposium
Keynote Address from the 13th International Symposium given by Given by Bart C. Jacobs, Member.
Breathe
Our breath sustains us. It not only supplies our cells with life-giving oxygen; the mechanical act of breathing itself is intimately connected to our body’s basic physiology. With every breath in our heart rate increases and with every breath out it slows.
Gary Howard
In July of 2007, at the age of 32, I became ill with a “cold” which led to a sinus infection. I had intestinal issues which led to having green bowel movements. I finally went to go to see a doctor and he prescribed a “very strong” antibiotic. The next weekend I was preaching at…
CSL Behring Announces FDA Approval of Privigen®
CSL Behring Announces FDA Approval of Privigen® [Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human), 10% Liquid] for the Treatment of Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) in Adults KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Sept. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Global biotherapeutics leader CSL Behring today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Privigen® [Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human), 10% Liquid] for the treatment of…
6 Strategies for Building Resilience During Times of Change
How do you respond to change? If you are interested in embracing change and growth, then consider these strategies for helping you to build resilience.
Propionate Exerts Neuroprotective and Neuroregenerative Effects in the Peripheral Nervous System
Propionate Exerts Neuroprotective and Neuroregenerative Effects in the Peripheral Nervous System A recent study from Ruhr-University Bochum, Germany, was able to demonstrate that the short-chain fatty acid, propionate, has a protective and regenerative effect on the peripheral nervous system in cell culture and in animal experiments. Dr. Thomas Grüter who headed the cell culture and…
