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Research

The cause of multiple sclerosis is still unknown. There is no known cure.

You can help the MS cause and donate now by selecting the Donate Now button under Useful Links on the right-hand side of your screen.

There is a great deal of research throughout the world aimed at better understanding MS and finding a cause and a cure for this devastating condition.

Our Research Fund partners with leading scientists and researchers to support crucial research into understanding multiple sclerosis. 

A key recent project is our national MS Prevalence Study, which provides the first accurate picture of MS incidence in New Zealand in over twenty years.

You will find up-to-date MS research news prepared by the MS International Federation on their website by clicking the link on the left hand side of this page. There you can view recent MS research highlights from the week and also register separately to subscribe to MSIF’s weekly “Making Connections” email alert to have the latest research news delivered to your inbox each week.

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of New Zealand also offers a free information service. Each week we’ll send the latest MS research information to your email.  Signing up is simple. Just click here to subscribe to the Research RoundUp. You can also view this information on our website by clicking on the Latest Research Hilights link on the leff hand side of this page.