For Researchers
The ALS Consortium of Epidemiologic Studies (ACES) is a resource for scientists who are carrying out research (or planning future research) to identify environmental, lifestyle and genetic determinants of ALS. Interdisciplinary collaborations among epidemiologists, neurologists, geneticists, toxicologists and other researchers are necessary to address the complex etiology of ALS.
A major challenge to research progress is the relative rarity of ALS. Many of the most pressing research questions, particularly the investigation of gene-environment interaction, cannot be adequately addressed in single studies. Therefore, the ultimate goal of ACES is to join data from single studies into larger scale multicenter efforts.
Once registered as a member of ACES, an investigator can:
- Read comprehensive reviews of the epidemiology of ALS, with direct links to published references.
- Obtain information on foundations and government agencies that fund ALS research.
- Read about ongoing studies where data collection is still active.
- Identify and contact other investigators with common research interests.
- Seek consultation on the design and conduct of epidemiologic studies of ALS.
- Access existing study protocols and risk factor questionnaires for epidemiologic studies of ALS.
- Receive periodic e-mails, Web updates and notification of ACES activities.
Request for Membership: Membership information available here 
Member Locations: For a map of current member locations click here
For Existing Members: ACES Members Click Here
