Stefan Blum

Stefan Blum is an Associate Professor at the University of Queensland and Staff Specialist Neurologist at Princess Alexandra Hospital. He directs neuroimmunology clinics focused on multiple sclerosis, autoimmune encephalitis, and related disorders. His research investigates neuronal autoantibodies in psychiatric and neurological diseases, including their role in first-episode psychosis and encephalitis treatment protocols.

Blum leads Queensland's autoimmune encephalitis cohort studies and develops diagnostic guidelines for antibody testing. He has implemented low-dose rituximab protocols for neurological autoimmunity and established specialized neuroimmunology services combining neurology and immunology expertise.