Lupus Foundation of America

Lupus Foundation of America Awards Four Grants to Support and Advance Childhood Lupus Research

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is pleased to announce four recipients of pediatric lupus research grants under the Michael Jon Barlin Pediatric Lupus Research Program.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is pleased to announce four recipients of pediatric lupus research grants under the Michael Jon Barlin Pediatric Lupus Research Program.
  • The grants will support researchers in their studies of lupus in children as they address the most urgent challenges in this area of medicine.
  • Established in 2006 with the generous support of the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation, the LFA's Michael Jon Barlin Pediatric Lupus Research Program is the first and only national childhood lupus research program, founded in memory of Michael Jon Barlin who passed away at the age of 24 following a long battle with lupus.
  • The disease can devastate a child's growth and day-to-day life, and even shorten a child's life," said Joy Buie, PhD, MSCR, RN, Vice President of Research, Lupus Foundation of America.

Lupus Foundation of America Awards Scientists for Notable Contributions to Lupus Research

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Sunday, November 12, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is pleased to recognize two leading lupus researchers at the 2023 Evelyn V. Hess Reception.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is pleased to recognize two leading lupus researchers at the 2023 Evelyn V. Hess Reception.
  • She is the current chair of LuCIN, a network of academic institutions collaborating in the conduct of lupus clinical trials.
  • "As a practicing rheumatologist, I am passionate about lupus research because I see firsthand how this disease disproportionately impacts historically vulnerable communities.
  • Dr. Choi was funded by several career development awards including the Lupus Foundation of America Gary S. Gilkeson Career Development Award, during which she was supervised by her mentor, Dr. Karen Costenbader.

Lupus Foundation of America Research Accomplishments to be Presented at the 2023 American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Rheumatology Convergence 2023 meeting will be held in San Diego, CA from November 10-15, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Rheumatology Convergence 2023 meeting will be held in San Diego, CA from November 10-15, 2023.
  • "As exploration and understanding of lupus grows, the Lupus Foundation of America continues to lead, contribute and support many novel and exciting investigations that propel the field forward," said Joy Buie, PhD, MSCR, RN, Director of Research, Lupus Foundation of America.
  • Throughout the ACR Meeting, the Lupus Foundation of America will share updates on social media highlighting the innovative scientific initiatives and research studies presented, as well as breaking news.
  • Follow the Lupus Foundation of America for evolving conference hot topics and research highlights at LFA's Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn .

Lupus Foundation of America Awards Grants to Two Early Career Scientists, Funding Studies in Pregnancy and Personalized Medicine

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America is pleased to announce the grantees of the 2023 Gary S. Gilkeson Career Development Award (CDA) .

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America is pleased to announce the grantees of the 2023 Gary S. Gilkeson Career Development Award (CDA) .
  • The two-year grant supports early career scientists and their crucial lupus research alongside experienced mentors who will guide them and help continue to build their future in the lupus research field.
  • "The Lupus Foundation of America's Gary S. Gilkeson Career Development Award not only provides funding that is often difficult to obtain for early career scientists, but the mentorship that is so important in establishing a strong career in lupus research.
  • Learn more about the Gary S. Gilkeson Career Development Award and its 2023 grantees, here .

Ted Davies Named Partner

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners, a leading management, technology, and strategy consulting firm, today announced that Mr. Ted Davies has been admitted to the firm's partnership, effective October 1, 2023. In his role as partner, Mr. Davies will serve as Chief Strategy and Organizational Development Officer for the firm, overseeing the development and execution of Attain Partners' strategic initiatives and ensuring alignment with the company's long-term vision and goals. Additionally, Mr. Davies will continue to serve as Managing Partner for Attain Capital, helping to lead the company's private equity investments.

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  • Professional Services Firm Admits Mr. Ted Davies to Partnership
    MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners , a leading management, technology, and strategy consulting firm, today announced that Mr. Ted Davies has been admitted to the firm's partnership, effective October 1, 2023.
  • Additionally, Mr. Davies will continue to serve as Managing Partner for Attain Capital , helping to lead the company's private equity investments.
  • Ted Davies joins partnership of Attain Partners as Chief Strategy and Organizational Development Officer for the firm.
  • "I am truly excited to join Attain Partners and be part of a team that's dedicated to delivering excellence, and fostering innovation for colleges, universities, and nonprofit organizations," said Ted Davies.

Lupus Foundation of America Launches Mobile App for Lupus Self-Management Program

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) announces the launch of a mobile app for its Strategies to Embrace Living with Lupus Fearlessly (SELF) program.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) announces the launch of a mobile app for its Strategies to Embrace Living with Lupus Fearlessly (SELF) program.
  • The SELF program is designed to help people living with lupus better manage symptoms, stress, medications and working with their health care team.
  • "I feel empowered knowing the Lupus Foundation of America is there for me, readily available to lend support and resources, and I'm excited to see how the SELF app expands this positive experience."
  • The SELF app is free and available to people with lupus in the United States, ages 18 years and over.

Walk to End Lupus Now® Unites Communities to Take Steps in the Fight Against Lupus

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

With walks taking place in cities across the country, these empowering events connect communities as they take steps together for one purpose - to end lupus.

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  • With walks taking place in cities across the country, these empowering events connect communities as they take steps together for one purpose - to end lupus.
  • The Lupus Foundation of America's Walk to End Lupus Now program empowers everybody to make a difference in the fight to end lupus by engaging diverse communities, raising awareness, offering educational resources, and encouraging participants to fundraise to support vital research efforts, education programs, support services, and advocacy.
  • "We are thrilled for another Walk to End Lupus Now season and to join forces with communities nationwide," said Mary Crimmings, interim CEO of the Lupus Foundation of America.
  • Individuals interested in participating in a Walk to End Lupus Now event in their area can find more information and register at lupus.org/Walk .

Lupus Foundation of America and Lupus Canada Award Grant for Study Examining New Method to Predict Treatment Response in Lupus Nephritis to Improve Kidney Outcomes

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Dr. Wither will be examining an inflammatory marker called IFN-induced genes in patients with lupus nephritis (lupus-related kidney disease).

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  • Dr. Wither will be examining an inflammatory marker called IFN-induced genes in patients with lupus nephritis (lupus-related kidney disease).
  • "The Lupus Canada Catalyst Award from the Lupus Foundation of America and Lupus Canada is allowing us to take critical steps in this research, which has the potential to improve kidney outcomes in patients with lupus nephritis."
  • "Dr. Wither's research on IFN-induced genes in patients with lupus nephritis holds the promise to revolutionize evaluation of lupus kidney biopsies and treatment strategies to improve kidney outcomes."
  • "Today's announcement between Lupus Canada and Lupus Foundation of America will kick start critical research into lupus nephritis clinical testing, with hope to improve treatment outcomes," said Thomas J. Simpson, Chair of Lupus Canada.

Allsup Sponsors Heartland Chapter’s “Walk To End Lupus Now® 2023-St. Louis,” On Saturday, Sept. 9

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Friday, August 18, 2023

The “Walk to End Lupus Now 2023-St. Louis” is planned for Saturday, Sept. 9, at Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park.

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  • The “Walk to End Lupus Now 2023-St. Louis” is planned for Saturday, Sept. 9, at Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park.
  • The St. Louis in-person walk is just one of many around the country, with Lupus Foundation chapters nationwide, designed to spread awareness and raise funds for lupus research, education and support.
  • Allsup has consistently supported the Heartland Chapter in its ongoing efforts to bring attention to this chronic autoimmune disease that affects approximately 1.5 million Americans and 5 million people worldwide.
  • To register for the walk, which begins at 9 a.m. CT, learn more or to make a donation, visit “ Walk to End Lupus Now® 2023-St.Louis."

New Lupus Foundation of America Research Identifies Barriers to Health Equity for Minorities with Lupus

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A leading advocate for health equity in lupus care, the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is committed to advancing research to gain a better understanding of interventions necessary to mitigate the impacts of negative social determinants of health in lupus. Research conducted by the LFA through its Lupus AIM (Addressing health Inequities in Minorities) program, and published in ACR Open Rheumatology entitled, "Disparities in Lupus and the Role of Social Determinants of Health: Current State of Knowledge and Directions for Future Research" affirms a complex interplay between race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, education, access to healthcare and other social factors in lupus care and outcomes.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A leading advocate for health equity in lupus care, the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is committed to advancing research to gain a better understanding of interventions necessary to mitigate the impacts of negative social determinants of health in lupus.
  • These groups are at a higher risk of developing lupus and experiencing poorer health outcomes compared to other populations.
  • "This research provides an overview of the structural, social and individual determinants that impact lupus health outcomes and highlights interventions to diminish disparities and improve outcomes."
  • The initiative employs a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together experts in lupus research, public health, social sciences, and community to explore and address racial and ethnic lupus health disparities and develop solutions for those in communities with the greatest needs.