Latest news from the RIMS team

RiMS Introduces New Country Income-Based Membership Fees

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:05:48 +0200

Making membership more accessible to MS rehabilitation professionals and centres worldwide.

RiGra 2027: Call for applications

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:19:07 +0200

The 2027 RiMS Grant Programme (RiGra) is now open for applications, offering support for innovative projects in Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation.

Fellowship Programme 2026: Second Call for Application

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:18:53 +0200

Applications for the second cohort 2026 Fellowship Programme are open! Join a unique professional development opportunity in the field of Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation. Discover how you can apply.

Open Call: Join the RiMS Executive Board

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:46:02 +0200

RiMS is seeking a new Executive Board Member to join as Industry Liaison Officer. Applications are open until 31 October 2026.

Meet the 2026 RiMS Fellowship Recipients

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:56:51 +0200

We are pleased to introduce the recipients of the 2026 RiMS Fellowship Exchange Programme: Jip Aarts and Charlotte Carinne Rouzée.

Governance Update

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:21:01 +0200

RiMS’ Executive Board has evolved!

RiMS New Bank Information

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:01:23 +0200

RiMS has updated its bank account details

Leadership Transition: Roshan das Nair Appointed President

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:38:48 +0200

As Rehabilitation in Multiple Sclerosis (RiMS) marks an important milestone, we reflect on a decade of transformative leadership and welcome our new President.

RiMS 2026 Abstract Book Now Published

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:18:56 +0200

The Abstract Book from the 31st Annual RiMS Conference is now available, bringing together the research presented in Prague on 11–13 June 2026 and showcasing the breadth of current work in Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation.

Announcing the 2026 RiGra Winners

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:37:28 +0200

Meet Zuhal Abasiyanik and Felipe Balistieri Santinelli (Hasselt University, Belgium) and their project, Development of a patient-reported outcome measure for high-level motor capacity in multiple sclerosis.

Apply Now – Co-Chair Position Open in the SIG Occupation

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:46:17 +0200

RiMS is seeking a new Co-chair for the Special Interest Group Occupation. This is a great opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and shape the future of MS rehabilitation research.

Applications are open until Friday, 11 September 2026, 23:59 CEST. Learn more about the role, timeline, and application process.

Apply Now – Co-Chair Position Open in the RiMS PhD Community

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:21:35 +0200

RiMS is seeking a new Co-chair for the PhD Community. This is a great opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and expand your professional network.

Applications are open until Friday, 25 September 2026, 23:59 CEST. Learn more about the role, timeline, and application process.

Apply Now – Chair Position Open in the SIG Patient Empowerment

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:25:05 +0200

RiMS is seeking a new Chair for the Special Interest Group Patient Empowerment. This is a great opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and shape the future of MS rehabilitation research.

Applications are open until Friday, 11 September 2026, 23:59 CEST. Learn more about the role, timeline, and application process.

Policy Statement: Integrated Care Must Become the Standard in Multiple Sclerosis

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:26:15 +0200

At the occasion of its 31st Annual Conference, the international network for best practice and research in multiple sclerosis rehabilitation, together with the Local Organising Committee of the Conference, calls for integrated care to become the usual way multiple sclerosis care is organised across Europe and beyond.

Fellowship Programme 2026: First Call for Application

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:53:18 +0200

Applications for the 2026 Fellowship Programme are open! Join a unique professional development opportunity in the field of Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation. Discover how you can apply.

RiMS Activity Report 2025

Fri, 29 May 2026 15:04:11 +0200

Discover the highlights of RiMS’ 2025 activities: from the joint ECTRIMS-RiMS Conference in Barcelona and the RiMS Workshop in Ljubljana to global initiatives, Special Interest Groups, and European collaborations that are shaping the future of Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation

Register for our upcoming RiMS Webinar on April 30th 2026, 4-5 PM CEST

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:24:33 +0200

Join our upcoming RiMS webinar: "Advancing Occupational Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis: From Cognitive Impact to Core Outcome Sets"

PhD Students: Submit Your Abstract for the PhD Community Session

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:19:46 +0200

The RiMS PhD Community Chairs are inviting PhD students to submit an abstract for an oral presentation during the PhD Community Session, taking place on Thursday 11th June from 11:30 to 13:00.

Discover the Programme – 31st Annual RiMS Conference

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:50:32 +0100

We are delighted to announce that the Programme for the 31st Annual RiMS Conference is now available.

Erratum – Fellowship Winner (Last Cohort 2025)

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:57:35 +0100

This post serves to correct an image published in our recent e-announcement.

Call for Abstracts - 31st Annual RiMS Conference

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:11:37 +0100

A unique opportunity to present your research to international experts, researchers, and clinicians of the RiMS community is waiting for you at the 31st Annual RiMS Conference!

Registration is Open

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:06:55 +0100

We are pleased to welcome you to Prague, Czech Republic, for the 31st Annual RiMS Conference, taking place from Thursday June 11th to Saturday June 13th 2026. This year’s conference will explore a central and timely theme in MS rehabilitation:

"Recovery and Compensation in Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation: Rethinking Mechanisms, Decisions, and Outcomes".

KP-MS Project: Cross-Sectional Results Published

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:31:56 +0100

The first scientific article from the German–Danish collaboration project “Kynurenine Pathway in MS (KP-MS)”, funded by the RiGra 2023 programme, has been published in Neurology® Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation.

Discover the TEN4CARE Horizon Europe Project!

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:14:38 +0100

The TEN4CARE (Tendon Engineering for Comprehensive Advanced Rehabilitation and Enhancement) Project has launched its official website! Have a look to learn more about this promising 48-month EU-funded Innovation Action under Grant Agreement No. 101178590.

Apply Now: Open Positions on the RiMS Executive Board

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:41:33 +0100

RiMS is seeking four new Executive Board Members. This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and actively contribute to the advancement of Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation. Applications are open until Saturday, 31 January 2026. Learn more below about the role, timeline, and application process.

New E-learning material available: Webinar recording on DMTs and Rehab in MS: Synergetic effects

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:40:32 +0100

A new e-learning material is available! Watch the recording of our Neurowebinar in collaboration with ECTRIMS, exploring how Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs) and rehabilitation complement each other to slow disease progression, strengthen neurological reserve, and enhance quality of life.

SIG Mobility International survey: Call for participants

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:04:41 +0100

If you live in Australia, Belgium, Czech Republic, Ireland, Italy, Greece, Serbia, United Kingdom, Spain or Israel, the RiMS SIG Mobility group invites you to take part in our limited-time international study on physical activity among people living with Multiple Sclerosis.

RiGra 2026: Call for applications

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:39:00 +0100

We continue to welcome applications for the RiMS Grant Programme! The programme supports projects that aim to advance best practices and research in MS care, encouraging cross-border collaboration and innovation among members of the RiMS community. Don't miss this opportunity!

Apply Now – Co-Chair Position Open in the RiMS SIG on Communication & Swallowing

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:22:25 +0100

RiMS is seeking a new Co-Chair for the Special Interest Group on Communication & Swallowing. This is a great opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and shape the future of MS rehabilitation research.
Applications are open until Friday, 9 January 2026. Learn more about the role, timeline, and application process.