Research Archives | The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy

Ariel Zhang, PhD, awarded scholarship for neuropathy research

Posted on February 27, 2026 (February 27, 2026) by Amanda Homscheid

Ariel Zhang, PhD, was awarded one of two 2026 Clinical Research Training Scholarship (CRTS) to support her important research on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). The CRTS is a two-year scholarship program that provides funding for emerging experts in neuropathy. The scholarship supports researchers’ efforts to advance treatments, prevention, and even cures for peripheral neuropathy (PN) and is fully funded by the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy. Zhang’s research Even though CIPN is common, it has not been studied as much as […]

A Call to Action for Peripheral Neuropathy Research: NIH Collaboration, Funding Gaps, and the Future of PN Treatment

Posted on February 20, 2026 (February 20, 2026) by Melvin Craig

Peripheral Neuropathy Affects Millions Worldwide Peripheral neuropathy (PN) affects an estimated 30 million Americans and approximately 130 million people worldwide. There are dozens of causes, but metabolic disease — including obesity, pre-diabetes, and diabetes — is by far the leading driver of PN. Metabolic Disease as the Leading Cause of Peripheral Neuropathy Metabolic dysfunction plays […]

Dr. Erika Williams shares findings from her Clinical Research Training Scholarship

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 6, 2026) by Amanda Homscheid

Meet the researcher: 2023 CRTS recipient Dr. Erika Williams Erika Williams, MD, PhD, a neuromuscular fellow at Massachusetts General Brigham, was one of our first Clinical Research Training Scholarship recipients in 2023. Her research focused on the autonomic nervous system (ANS), a component of the peripheral nervous system. “The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy‘s Clinical Research Training Scholarship made this work possible,” Williams shared. “The transition to an independent research career is a particularly vulnerable […]

Neuropathy News Feb. 2026

Posted on February 12, 2026 (February 12, 2026) by Jane Bartmann

Critical funding restored for medical research After a huge cut in 2025, research funding for the Department of Defense’s Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program is finally back to its earlier level: $370 million.  This is great news for people living with peripheral neuropathy. Each year, we work hard to make sure PN is one of the topics that can receive this funding. The more […]

Advocating for peripheral neuropathy: A conversation with FPN’s advocacy consultant, Mark Vieth

Posted on February 5, 2026 (February 3, 2026) by Amanda Homscheid

Program Manager, Amanda Homscheid, recently sat down with Mark Vieth, our consultant who helps the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy advocate for neuropathy-related funding, such as the Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP), and connects us with important groups on Capitol Hill, like the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Mark has been working with the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy for over 6 years. In this interview, he reflects on the accomplishments and progress we have made and his hopes and goals for the future. Q. You’ve worked […]

FPN welcomes the Brigham and Women’s Hospital as a new site for the IMAGiNe Study

Posted on February 1, 2026 (January 30, 2026) by Amanda Homscheid

The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) is excited to share that the Brigham and Women’s Hospital has joined the IMAGiNe Study as a new research site. With help from FPN, they will take part in this international study about IgM anti-MAG peripheral neuropathy, a rare autoimmune form of PN. About the IMAGiNe Study The IMAGiNe Study (IgM Anti-Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein Neuropathy Study) is led by Maastricht University Medical Center in the Netherlands. The study is creating a […]

Critical funding restored for medical research

Posted on January 22, 2026 (January 22, 2026) by Amanda Homscheid

Veteran-focused Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program funding returned to 2024 funding level after 50% cut in 2025 After a huge cut in 2025, research funding for the Department of Defense’s Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) is finally back to its earlier level: $370 million. This is great news for people living with peripheral neuropathy (PN), because each year we work hard […]

IMAGiNe study progress: 2025 highlights and what’s ahead

Posted on January 2, 2026 (January 13, 2026) by Amanda Homscheid

As we start a new year, we are excited to look back at what the IMAGiNe study achieved in 2025. We are also looking ahead to our goals for 2026 and beyond. At the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN), we celebrate every milestone that helps move peripheral neuropathy research forward. About the IMAGiNe study The IMAGiNe study (IgM Anti-Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein Neuropathy Study) is led by Maastricht University Medical […]

Neuropathy News Dec. 2025

Posted on December 9, 2025 (December 9, 2025) by Jane Bartmann

November was Diabetes Awareness Month Diabetes affects millions of people. It is a major cause of peripheral neuropathy. Last month, we shared information to help you understand how diabetes develops. We explained why it can damage nerves, and what you can do to stay healthy. Learning the signs early and managing blood sugar can lower […]

Neuropathy News Nov. 2025

Posted on November 11, 2025 (November 10, 2025) by Jane Bartmann

Research update with Dr. Michelassi Francesco Michelassi, MD, PhD, Physician and Lead Scientist at the University of Virginia Health and the 2024 Clinical Research Training Scholarship (CRTS) recipient, shares his work studying Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN). He explains how his research could help protect nerves and lead to new treatments. Learn how FPN helped Dr. […]