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Research Rheum

Reading Rheum

David G. Borenstein, MD  |  

Handpicked Reviews of Contemporary Literature

Within Our Reach–Funded Research Finds Highly Specific Markers of RA

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A study recently published in Arthritis & Rheumatism concluded that anti–peptidyl arginine deiminase type 4 (PAD-4) antibodies are highly specific markers of RA and appear to be useful markers of disease severity. The project studied an important and previously unrecognized immune response in RA—anti–PAD-4, which is one of the major proteins that creates other common autoantigens in RA.

Productive Partnership

Sherine Gabriel, MD, and Leslie J. Crofford, MD  |  

The ACR and the REF work closely to support the future of rheumatology

Closer to a Cure

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Over the last two years, the Within Our Reach: Finding a Cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis campaign has granted almost $9 million to 30 researchers in the hopes of finding a cure for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). These researchers are studying an array of issues, from innovative research into the genetics of RA to new treatments that will more effectively manage the disease. With the REF’s announcement of the third round of Within Our Reach grant recipients, patients with RA are closer to a cure.

We Are All in This Together

Leslie Crofford, MD  |  

While rheumatologists in private practice face daily concerns regarding reimbursements and certifications, the Research and Education Foundation (REF) is working behind the scenes to help improve patients’ lives. Through its balanced core awards and grants portfolio, the REF supports education, training, and career development for the future academic workforce.

Reading Rheum

Daniel Hal Solomon, MD, MPH; Gail C. Davis, RN, EdD  |  

Handpicked Reviews of Contemporary Literature

Streamlined Funding Portfolio Increases Efficacy

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The ACR Research and Education Foundation recently completed a comprehensive review of its core awards and grants portfolio to assure that it was effective in meeting the needs of junior or early career physician-scientists and health professionals.

Reading Rheum

Eric Schned, MD; Michael M. Ward, MD  |  

Handpicked Reviews of Contemporary Literature

Sense of Smell

Yehuda Shoenfeld, MD  |  

Olfactory defects point to nervous system involvement in lupus