The Guthy-Jackson Repository for Neuromyelitis Optica

Overview

In an effort to foster scientific collaboration for Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) Spectrum Disease, The Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation has established a sample and data repository for NMO with The Accelerated Cure Project (ACP) and the University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW). In this initiative, people with NMO can enroll into the repository at ACP’s collection sites located in leading neurology clinics across the US. Participants provide blood samples and information, which will in turn be used by qualified scientists whose research will contribute to the diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and/or cure of NMO.

How Scientists Request Samples

The request process is straightforward. Researchers are asked to submit a written proposal using the ACP Sample Request Form. The proposal is reviewed at Accelerated Cure Project and ultimately submitted to an oversight committee for review. Researchers are encouraged to make application immediately upon discernment of need. A response will be forthcoming upon review and recommendation.

Last updated 237 days ago by Steve Ornburn