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Rheumatology Research Foundation

The largest private funding source for rheumatology research & training in the U.S.
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The Foundation is the largest private funding source of rheumatology research and training in the United States. Since 1985, the Foundation has committed more than $181 million directly to research and training and granted 3,734 individual awards. The Foundation has received a four-star rating, the highest offered by Charity Navigator, for 12 years in a row because of its good governance, sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.

09/25/2025

James Rosenbaum, MD, at Good Samaritan Foundation, is working to uncover the underlying causes of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and develop new treatments. His project aims to uncover what provokes the immune system in AS and why eyes are affected by this disease that primarily affects the joints. To achieve this, his team is studying the relationship between bacterial products, inflammation, and the microbiome.

Watch the full video and learn more about his Foundation-funded research in the latest issue of the Foundation Voice. https://magazine.rheumresearch.org/summer-2025-foundation-voice.html?p=8

09/23/2025

The Rheumatology Research Foundation has committed $1 million in emergency funding to safeguard critical research after sweeping federal budget cuts.

With further cuts looming, a shrinking workforce, and growing patient needs, this emergency funding protects the research pipeline by expanding support for K and R Bridge Awards—helping early- and mid-career investigators and independent researchers keep their momentum on promising projects.

These awards prevent the loss of vital rheumatology research by giving investigators the time and resources to gather new data and resubmit stronger applications for future federal funding.

Applications are due on December 1, 2025 by 5 PM ET.

🔗 Learn more about how the Foundation is safeguarding research amid an uncertain funding landscape in our latest press release. https://www.rheumresearch.org/1.-the-foundation/press-releases/emergency-funding

09/09/2025

More companies are choosing to partner with the Rheumatology Research Foundation to invest in the future of rheumatology. Corporate supporters are aligning their contributions with long-term impact—helping to improve the lives of millions affected by rheumatic diseases by investing in innovative research and initiatives that will bolster the rheumatology workforce.

Learn why corporations are investing in the future of rheumatology in the latest issue of Foundation Voice: https://magazine.rheumresearch.org/summer-2025-foundation-voice.html?p=10

09/04/2025

Applications for the Career Development Bridge Funding Awards: K & R Bridge are officially open for a 2nd cycle! Applications are due on December 1, 2025 by 5 PM ET.

🔹K Bridge:
Supports investigators who are conducting research while reapplying for an NIH or VA career development award. Applicants must have a funding decision to apply.

💰 Award Amount: $75,000
📆 Term: 1 year

🔹R Bridge:
Supports promising investigators who are at risk of running out of research funding and are revising outstanding NIH R01 or VA RCS/ORD award applications.

💰 Award Amount: $100,000
📆 Term: 1 year

🔗 Visit our website to submit your application and read through the request for applications to learn more. https://www.rheumresearch.org/career-development-research-awards

09/03/2025

Game of Rheums is a spirited and collaborative competition among rheumatology divisions nationwide, aimed at raising awareness and support for the Foundation mission. So far, 12 institutions have participated, raising $44,013 from 152 donors.

Discover how you can launch your own Game of Rheums in the latest issue of Foundation Voice: https://magazine.rheumresearch.org/summer-2025-foundation-voice.html?p=10

09/02/2025

“Early diagnosis and treatment can make a huge difference in many diseases, particularly in diseases like RA [rheumatoid arthritis] or lupus where delays of weeks, let alone months, can lead to significantly worse outcomes.” – Aryeh Abeles, MD

Timely diagnosis is critical for better patient outcomes. Yet many patients face wait times of several months to see a rheumatologist—and some aren’t referred at all unless they advocate for themselves.

Dr. Aryeh Abeles saw this firsthand in his own private practice. Now, through the Foundation’s Community Practice Innovation Award, he's leading research to better understand challenges patients and rheumatology practices face today. His work aims to provide a detailed snapshot of the current practice landscape, track consolidation trends, and inform decisions around workforce planning and patient access.

This research has the potential to improve referral pathways, support independent practices, and help ensure patients are diagnosed and treated earlier.

🔗 Learn more about this pressing issue and how American College of Rheumatology, the Foundation, and rheumatologists like Dr. Abeles are working to address it in this Medscape article. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/reducing-rheumatology-waitlists-applying-solutions-amid-2025a1000kc5

08/26/2025

Important update for one of our funding opportunities!

We are opening applications for the Career Development Bridge Funding Award: R Bridge for a second cycle on September 1, 2025 and there has been a significant change!

🆕 The R Bridge Award is now a 1-year award with funding of up to $100,000.

This award is designed to support NIH R01, VA Research Career Scientist (RCS), or Merit Award applicants whose proposals received a priority score but were not funded, as well as those at risk of losing research support.

📅 Application deadline: December 1, 2025, at 5 PM ET

🔗 Learn more and read the full Request for Applications on our website. The application will also be posted there on September 1.
https://www.rheumresearch.org/career-development-research-awards

08/20/2025

“Hearing investigators share ideas and ask questions that may change the future of rheumatology gives me great hope for a better future for patients like me.”

Tenacious ME, Impact Advisory Council member and , shares her experience at the 2025 Investigators Meeting. During the meeting, 58 Foundation-funded investigators shared project updates, connected with peers, and explored the latest cutting-edge discoveries. Read more in the latest issue of the Foundation Voice. https://magazine.rheumresearch.org/summer-2025-foundation-voice.html?p=7

08/14/2025

The Foundation is incredibly grateful to UCB USA for their generous support at the Leadership Level of our corporate partnership program, the Corporate Roundtable.

UCB’s unwavering commitment to creating valuable solutions for people living with autoimmune conditions aligns directly with our mission priorities to expand access to care for patients with rheumatic disease and accelerate discoveries that improve lives.

“We would like to thank UCB for being a long-time, valued partner of the Foundation,” said Bryce Binstadt, MD, PhD, Vice President of the Foundation. “Their support enables us to fund scientists conducting innovative research and to address the rheumatology workforce shortage—ensuring patients have access to the high quality care they need to live longer, healthier lives.”

"UCB is grateful to have been a proud partner and supporter of the Rheumatology Research Foundation for many years", said Jeffrey Stark, MD, VP and Head of Medical Immunology at UCB. "Our goal of delivering novel and differentiated treatments to patients is perfectly complemented by the Foundation's emphasis on cutting-edge science and a sustainable US rheumatology workforce. We believe deeply in our shared goals and are thankful for the opportunity to support the Foundation at the Leadership level."

08/13/2025

We are pleased to introduce our 2025 Award Recipients. This latest class of award recipients are driving discoveries and strengthening the rheumatology workforce to meet the evolving needs of patients.

Learn more in the latest issue of Foundation Voice: https://magazine.rheumresearch.org/summer-2025-foundation-voice.html?p=13

08/12/2025

We are excited to announce Eryn Marchiolo, MPH, as the new executive director of the Rheumatology Research Foundation!

Marchiolo, a long-time employee of the Foundation, brings extensive institutional knowledge, deep experience in nonprofit management, and a long-standing commitment to supporting the rheumatology community. Previously she served as Interim Executive Director, Vice President of Mission and Senior Director of Research and Training.

Learn more about Eryn Marchiolo, MPH and her new role as executive director: https://www.rheumresearch.org/1.-the-foundation/press-releases/new-executive-director25

08/07/2025

Check out the latest issue of the Foundation Voice! The Summer 2025 issue celebrates the Foundation’s newest award recipients, whose work will accelerate groundbreaking scientific discoveries and address the workforce shortage in rheumatology. You will also:

✨ Read an inspiring story about Game of Rheums, a friendly competition among rheumatology divisions across the nation.

✨Take a look back at the 2025 Investigators Meeting.

✨Discover why companies are turning to the Rheumatology Research Foundation when it comes to investing in the future of rheumatology.

📖 Read the full issue: https://magazine.rheumresearch.org/summer-2025-foundation-voice/full-view.html

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The Rheumatology Research Foundation is the largest private funding source for rheumatology research and training in the United States. Since 1985, the Foundation has transformed the field of rheumatology by serving as the leader for rheumatologists, clinicians, medical professionals and patients alike. The Foundation has elevated the healthcare landscape for nearly 35 years by supporting cutting-edge research, training thousands of medical professionals, improving diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases, dispensing valuable information and resources, and connecting patients with necessary services.Through its work, the Foundation is advancing treatments, empowering rheumatologists and impacting patients.