Endometriosis can have a destructive impact on quality of life, participation in daily and social activities, physical and sexual functioning, relationships, educational and work productivity, mental health, and well-being.

It causes serious and debilitating symptoms, such as chronic pelvic pain, pain with menstruation, and pain during sex, urination and bowel movements.

Many endometriosis sufferers also have trouble getting pregnant and suffer from fatigue.

It is estimated that at least 190 million women may have endometriosis worldwide, but this is probably an underestimate.

Although some cases can be diagnosed with imaging, there are currently no reliable blood tests for endometriosis and many people have to wait for surgery to look inside the pelvis to make the diagnosis.

The aim of the ENDO1000 project is to accelerate discovery and advance data-driven research into endometriosis diagnosis and treatment, paving the way for a brighter future for women affected by endometriosis.