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June 1, 2011

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XMRV NEWS

Two articles published yesterday in Science explore the association between XMRV and CFS. The articles and an accompanying Expression of Concern by Science editor-in-chief Bruce Alberts have generated high profile media coverage and considerable discussion and debate within the scientific and patient communities. Yesterday we distributed a brief summary of the two papers with a statement that the NIH-supported multicenter studies of XMRV in CFS should continue as planned. We promised a closer analysis of the study by Knox, et al. that tested 61 CFS patients for XMRV and a larger family of murine leukemia viruses. This analysis, "XMRV: Trials and Tribulations," is posted on our new Research1st blog. At Research1st you can also find other posts about XMRV and a wider array of research findings and initiatives under way. We invite you to explore the site and join the discussion.

MEDIA COVERAGE

There have been hundreds of media articles and broadcast stories about the latest XMRV studies posted over the last two days. We've listed a few of them here. A complete list is available at our XMRV Resources Page and a recap is frequently updated on the Research1st media listing.

Given Doubt Cast on CFS-XMRV Link, What About Related Research?, by Amy Dockser-Marcus, Wall Street Journal (June 1, 2011)

2 Studies Examine Syndrome of Fatigue, by Tuller, New York Times (June 1, 2011)

Reports: Mouse virus doesn't cause chronic fatigue syndrome, by Vastag, Washington Post (June 1, 2011)

Doubts rise over virus as cause of CFS, by Knox, National Public Radio (May 31, 2011)

New data spark retraction request for chronic fatigue virus study, by Jon Cohen, Science Now (May 31, 2011)

"More Doubt Cast on Study of Chronic Fatigue," by Amy Dockser-Marcus, Wall Street Journal (May 31, 2011)

"Chronic-Fatigue Paper Called Into Question," by Amy Dockser-Marcus, Wall Street Journal (May 30, 2011)

OTHER RESEARCH NEWS

The CFIDS Association issued a new Request for Applications (RFA) on April 6, 2011, soliciting research proposals for studies that will advance diagnostics and treatments for CFS. The RFA is being widely circulated in the research community. Letters of Intent are due Friday, June 3, 2011.

Our Mission:

For CFS to be widely understood, diagnosable, curable and preventable. Our Strategy:

To stimulate research aimed at the early detection, objective diagnosis and effective treatment of CFS through expanded public, private and commercial investment. Our Core Values:

To lead with integrity, innovation and purpose.

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