We are delighted to present the inaugural Frontiers in Neurology  "Women in Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology" series of article collections. 

At present, less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women. Long-standing biases and gender stereotypes are discouraging girls and women away from science-related fields, and STEM research in particular. Science and gender equality are, however, essential to ensure sustainable development as highlighted by UNESCO. In order to change traditional mindsets, gender equality must be promoted, stereotypes defeated, and girls and women should be encouraged to pursue STEM careers. 

Therefore, Frontiers in Neurology is proud to offer this platform to promote the work of women scientists in the fields of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology research.

This research topic highlights the diverse translational research performed by leading experts in the fields of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology. The primary aim of this research topic is to spotlight research breakthroughs in neuroinflammation by integrating basic sciences and clinical application to better understand disease pathogenesis, biomarkers, treatments, and clinical manifestations.

We welcome original research, reviews, opinions, and perspectives embracing the bench to bedside theme including one or more of the following research areas in MS or other inflammatory conditions of the central nervous system:

1. Novel therapeutic strategies to address neuroinflammation and promote neuroprotection
2. Diagnostic or prognostic tools utilizing inflammatory and/or neurodegenerative biomarkers
3. Cellular or molecular mechanisms underlying acute versus chronic neuroinflammation
4. Sex differences in neuroinflammation
5. Viral etiology of neuroinflammation
6. Leveraging multi-omics approaches and high-throughput technologies to understand neuroinflammatory responses underlying disease

Please note: to be considered for this collection, the first or last author should be a researcher who identifies as a woman.

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