REF-Funded Research Provides Prognostic Information about Childhood-onset SLE

The REF is the second-largest funder of rheumatology research and training programs in the U.S., funding $11 million of research in 2008. Awards like the Physician Scientist Development Award provide salary support for young physician-scientists and are an integral part of the REF efforts to ensure the future of rheumatology.

Reference

1. Hersh A. Differences in Long-Term Disease Activity and Treatment of Adult Patients With Childhood and Adult-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Arthritis Rheum. 2009;61:13-20.