Our Center Director, Dr. Maureen Hanson, recently visited the WE&ME Foundation in Vienna, Austria, in her role as a member of their Scientific Advisory Board. During her visit, the Foundation announced a new research funding initiative on June 15, 2026. This collaboration reinforces our Center’s commitment to advancing rigorous, patient-centered ME/CFS research and strengthens our partnerships within the global research community.

The WE&ME Foundation’s call for proposals seeks research teams focused on advancing understanding of the biological mechanisms of ME/CFS. Projects must demonstrate innovation in methodology or clinical approach and include meaningful involvement of patients or patient representatives, with study designs aligned with current diagnostic criteria. The initiative welcomes applications from both established ME/CFS researchers and scientists from related fields, encouraging diverse approaches to the field. Research teams investigating post-viral contexts are also eligible, provided participants meet established ME/CFS diagnostic criteria.

We encourage members of the research community to explore this funding opportunity and share it with colleagues who may be interested. Learn more on the WE&ME Foundation Call for Proposals for full eligibility details and deadlines.