Creating sustained improvements for neuroimmunology and emerging diseases
The National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases is a world-class research facility focusing on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Haul COVID.
Our national and international reputation has been built on promoting patient engagement in research through understanding the pathophysiology of ME/CFS, discovering diagnostic testing and establishing effective pharmacotherapeutics in laboratory models. Our aim is to translate our research to improve patient outcomes in the area of preventative medicine, social and clinical care, and public health.
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We are proud to partner with the Alison Hunter Memorial Foundation (AHMF). Donations may be made either directly to NCNED or through the AHMF. Every gift makes a difference.
All donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia.
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Focus areas
Ion channel research
Our researchers continue to investigate potential pharmacotherapeutic interventions to restore ion channel function in ME/CFS patients.
Immunology
We are the first to identify longitudinal changes in immune cells and their functional changes with ion channels that mediate calcium entry into cells.
Long Haul COVID
NCNED researchers are investigating the link between Long Haul COVID and ME/CFS , with the aim to better define the case definition of Long Haul COVID and the role of ion channel function in this illness.
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
NCNED is investigating illness presentation and the quality of life of ME/CFS in the hope to provide greater insight into the prognosis of this illness.
Neuroimaging
Our focus is to investigate differences in brainstem function in ME/CFS , particularly within the reticular activation system.
Epidemiology and health economics
In collaboration with the Centre for Applied Health Economics, we are investigating epidemiological and demographical data of ME/CFS patients in Australia.
Disability and NDIS
We are investigating illness presentation, quality of life and permanency of ME/CFS in the hope to provide greater insight into the prognosis of this illness.
Partners and collaborations
Partnerships and collaboration are essential to our research impact. We partner widely with industry, research foundations, not-for-profit organisations and government. We also collaborate with fellow researchers and maintain strong ties with our community.
If you would like to partner with us, or tap into our research expertise, facilities or services, please get in touch.
Contact details
- Phone
- (07) 5678 9283
- ncned@griffith.edu.au
- Media enquiries
- media@griffith.edu.au
- Location and postal address
- Mailbox 68, Menzies Health Institute Queensland
- G40 Griffith Health Centre, Level 8.86
- Griffith University, Parklands Drive
- Gold Coast QLD 4222