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VA GWI’s Brain Biorepository

This article outlines the Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses Biorepository (GWVIB) at the VA and highlights the contributions to the GWI community including postmortem brain and spinal tissue analyses.

BBRAIN: A Resource for the Gulf War Illness Scientific Community

This paper details our BBRAIN study and how it will contribute to the GWI scientific community.

The Effectiveness of Individualized Acupuncture Protocols in the Treatment of Gulf War Illness: A Pragmatic Randomized Clinical Trial

This study involves found that acupuncture treatment of sufficient dose appears to offer significant relief of physical disability and pain for veterans with Gulf War Illness.

A Placebo-Controlled. Pseudo-Randomized, Crossover Trial of Botanical Agents for Gulf-War Illness: Reishi Mushroom, Stinging Nettle, and Epimedium

This report is third in a three-part clinical trial series screening potential treatments for Gulf War Illness (GWI). The goal of the project was to rapidly identify agents to prioritize for further efficacy research.

A Placebo-Controlled. Pseudo-Randomized, Crossover Trial of Botanical Agents for Gulf-War Illness: Resveratrol, Luteolin, and Fisetin

A chronic multi-symptom illness of unknown etiology, Gulf War Illness (GWI) affects 175,000 to 250,000 veterans of the Gulf War. Because inflammation has suspected involvement in the pathophysiology of GWI, botanical treatments that target inflammation may be beneficial in reducing symptoms.

A Placebo-Controlled. Pseudo-Randomized, Crossover Trial of Botanical Agents for Gulf-War Illness: Curcumin, Boswellia, and French Maritime Pine Bark

This report is part of a larger study designed to rapidly and efficiently screen potential treatments for Gulf War Illness (GWI) by testing nine different botanicals.

Research in Boston could lead to cure for GWI

Boston University’s BBRAIN study is featured while reflecting on the progress of GWI research 30 years after the war.

Gulf War Veterans “Aging” Faster

GWIC investigators find that GW veterans are more likely to develop chronic health conditions than the general population.”

Washington, D.C., USA - May 28, 2018: Veterans of the Gulf War Operation Desert Storm marching in the 2018 National Memorial Day Parade in Washington DC.

The Gulf War Illness Clinical Trials and Interventions Consortium and the Boston Biorepository, Recruitment, and Integrative Network for GWI

GWIC Investigators, Dr. Kimberly Sullivan and Dr. Nancy Klimas are highlighted on the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) for their newly funded Gulf War Illness study.

Military Women’s Health Symposium Explores Gaps in Research

GWIC Investigator, Dr. Kimberly Sullivan discusses unique aspects of GWI and chronic health conditions in our GW women veterans.

Members of the 1st Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment, make their way through concertina wire during a live fire demonstration during Operation Desert Shield.

Many Gulf War Veterans Still Suffer from Toxic Wounds and Widespread Brain Inflammation

BU researched Dr. Kimberly Sullivan is devoted to understanding veterans’ illnesses caused by chemical exposure during the Gulf War – and finding treatments.

Willie and Sandra Reyes (left) talking to David Winnett, another veteran with Gulf War Illness. Courtesy of Netflix.

Researchers Join Netflix’s Diagnosis for More on GWI in Veterans

GWIC Principal Investigator Dr. Kimberly Sullivan explains in the episode that Gulf War Illness (GWI) affects a third of all veterans of that war, “about 250,000 sick veterans.”

Read more here and here.

Dr. Kimberly Sullivan Receives 2019 Soaring Eagle Reward

The Strategic Advisory Board of the BU Center for Military Health is given to an individual who has made significant contributions to the health of our nation’s Veterans and active duty military members through innovation and advances in clinical care, research, education or public advocacy.

Gulf War illness breakthrough

GWIC Investigator, Dr. Klimas and her team at Nova Southeastern University and the Miami VA go to work to find a treatment for Gulf War illness and the debilitating symptoms.

Posters and Publications

IMMUNE GENETIC VARIABILITY IS ASSOCIATED WITH GULF WAR ILLNESS: A PRELIMINARY STUDY REPORT

Read about it in the poster below presented by Dr. Janet Coller, GWIC investigator at the International Neuropsychological Conference.

GWIC poster 2019 Janet coller

MRI images of Gulf War Veterans (1990-1991) show alterations in the integrity of Major white matter pathways in veterans with Gulf War Illness (GWI)

Read about it in the posters below presented by Yashar Rahimpour and Clara Zundel, doctoral students training with GWIC investigators at the International Neuropsychological Conference.

Research Papers on Gulf War Illness

Results from this study suggest that women GW veterans reporting deployment related exposures of pesticide, oil well fire and PB pills are significantly more likely to meet the Kansas GWI criteria.

The GWI Clinical Trials and Interventions Consortium (GWICTIC) is established to develop much needed treatments for ill Gulf War veterans. Find out more about the upcoming treatment trials here.

A recent study showed sex based differences on plasma autoantibodies to central nervous system proteins in GW veterans versus healthy and symptomatic controls.

A study conducted by GWIC investigators shows that a gut chemical appears to be reduced in Gulf War Illness. Restoring this chemical may improve major GWI symptoms.

GWIC researchers are using animal models to help find treatments for what is known as “leaky gut” in Gulf War Illness.

Our researchers have shown that Gulf War veterans suffer disproportionately from chronic memory problems and chronic pain.

A study linked certain chemicals and exposures from the Gulf War to memory, mood, and cognitive symptoms.

Another study was published on the health of military pesticide applicators from the Gulf War.

Our investigators have previously published a review of papers about the health of women Gulf War vets.