Myelin and Multiple Sclerosis

Myelin is the insulation that coats the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Multiple sclerosis damages myelin, causing a range of symptoms from paralysis to cognitive disorders. Finding a way to repair damaged myelin has the potential to stop MS in its tracks.

The Myelin Repair Foundation is the largest research organization focused exclusively on developing myelin repair treatments for those living with MS.

Recently diagnosed with MS? Find out about our promising research and five years of progress.

Find out more:

• Myelin repair as a treatment option.
• Why our research is accelerating discovery.

Proven Methods, Stunning Results

The Myelin Repair Foundation Accelerated Research Collaboration™ (ARC™) model is a radical new research process designed to speed academic discoveries into commercially viable therapeutic targets and patient treatments.

To date, we are the only organization involved in the entire process of bringing patient treatments to market.

President’s Update: Of all MS organizations, Myelin Repair Foundation spends the highest percentage of funds raised on research.

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“The Myelin Repair Foundation’s rate of progress and the results to date are unparalleled.”

Joe Davie, M.D., Ph.D.
Senior VP, Research, Biogen (retired)