This month’s edition of the Research Digest highlights new biomedical findings on ME/CFS and long COVID, with a focus on immune dysfunction, autoimmunity, and potential biomarkers. Studies reveal shared pathways between the two conditions, including elevated autoantibodies and interferon activity. Research into B-cell receptors and BH4 metabolism adds to our understanding of immune and cardiovascular

In this month’s 117th edition of the Research Digest, we explore advancements in the understanding and diagnosis of post-viral conditions, including long COVID and ME/CFS. Highlights include a new algorithm to improve long COVID diagnosis across diverse populations, a comparison of cognitive challenges in ME/CFS and multiple sclerosis, and promising insights from tryptophan metabolism research.

Welcome to the 116th edition of the Research Digest! In this issue, we explore emerging blood-based biomarkers for ME/CFS and share findings from a study highlighting the high burden of chronic overlapping pain conditions and their impact on health and quality of life. From the long COVID field, new research links persistent spike protein in

Welcome to the 115th edition of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest. This edition explores post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) mechanisms, with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and cognitive studies revealing lasting brain alterations and impairments. Comparative studies of ME/CFS with PASC highlight both shared and distinct dysfunctions. Beyond research, the lived experiences of Australians with long COVID

The 114th edition of the Research Digest covers studies on potential treatments, biomarkers, and risk factors for long COVID and ME/CFS. Highlights include intravenous immunoglobulin as a possible therapy, biomarkers distinguishing long COVID patients with ME/CFS symptoms, a large paediatric study on risk factors and recovery, and a review of microRNAs in disease mechanisms. We

Welcome to the 113th and final edition of the Research Digest for 2024. This edition highlights significant findings on the growing challenges of long COVID and its connection to ME/CFS. The featured articles delve into the global, social, and economic impacts of long COVID, explore opportunities for research and treatment, and underscore the urgent need

Welcome to the 112th edition of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest. This month, we look at the latest research on ME/CFS and post-COVID conditions. The studies explore how common these conditions are, the symptoms they share, and how they affect the body, including metabolism and heart health. They also look at the possibility of personalised treatments.

Welcome to the 111th edition of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest. This month, we highlight studies that explore how individuals with ME/CFS adapt their technology use and investigate how physical activity-induced post-exertional malaise (PEM) reveals insights into microvascular changes and immunometabolic interactions in those living with ME/CFS and post-COVID. We also feature the largest two-day cardiopulmonary

Welcome to Edition #110 of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest. This month’s edition offers insights into long-term observations and potential biomarkers for long COVID, alongside an in-depth review of ME/CFS—ideal for those new to ME/CFS—covering its challenging diagnosis and the need for enhanced research and treatment strategies. Contributing Digesters: Ryan, Shan, Solène and Jyothsna. You can

Welcome to the 109th edition of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest. This month, we summarise articles that delve into a deeper understanding of the pathophysiological of long COVID and its connection to ME/CFS, along with a report on the burden of long COVID in Western Australia.  Contributing Digesters: Jyothsna, Solène, Sarah, and Shan. You can also

Welcome to the 108th edition of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest, where we explore the latest research and media releases that are shaping our understanding of ME/CFS and long COVID. In this edition, we feature a study evaluating the application of an objective marker of ME/CFS to those with post-COVID syndrome. We also highlight recent reviews

Welcome to the 107th edition of Emerge Australia’s Research Digest, where we delve into recent research and media releases shaping our understanding of ME/CFS and long COVID. In this issue, we focus on pivotal studies and insightful reports that shed light on the blood-brain disruption in those with long COVID, and MRI studies that show