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Title:
Project Grant - PA: IMHA: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
Agreement Number:
187542
Agreement Value:
$100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 1, 2025 - Sep 30, 2026
Description:
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) is a chronic, complex, multisystem illness associated with immunological, neurological, autonomic and energy metabolism dysfunction, and symptoms can include debilitating fatigue, post-exertional malaise, unrefreshing sleep, cognitive impairment and orthostatic intolerance. Sex and gender-related factors influence the risk, diagnosis, severity, and consequences of ME, with women disproportionately more likely to be affected. As the pathophysiology of ME is not fully understood, there is no definitive diagnostic test, and people living with ME experience stigma within the healthcare system. This Priority Announcement aims to generate new knowledge about the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of ME. The CIHR Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (CIHR-IMHA), in partnership with the CIHR Institute of Gender and Health (CIHR-IGH) and CIHR Institute of Infection and Immunity (CIHR-III), will fund applications that are determined relevant to the following research area: • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME; also known as chronic fatigue syndrome or ME/CFS)
Organization:
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Expected Results:

This program provides funding for targeted grants and awards aimed at addressing priority areas. Priorities are identified by CIHR in consultation with other government departments and agencies, partners and stakeholders. The program mobilizes researchers, patients, health providers, and decision makers to conduct research, enable knowledge translation and build capacity in the priority areas. It often requires collaboration within and across sectors.

Location:
Montreal, Quebec, CA H3G 1A4
Reference Number:
236-2025-2026-Q3-00086
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Individual or sole proprietorship
Recipient's Legal Name:
Rousseau, Simon
Research Organization:
Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre|Institut de recherche du Centre universitaire de santé McGill
Program:
Research in Priority Areas
Program Purpose:

This program provides funding for targeted grants and awards aimed at addressing priority areas. Priorities are identified by CIHR in consultation with other government departments and agencies, partners and stakeholders. The program mobilizes researchers, patients, health providers, and decision makers to conduct research, enable knowledge translation and build capacity in the priority areas. It often requires collaboration within and across sectors.