$1 million for Lupus

Lupus is a debilitating disease that affects a million and a half Americans and nearly 5 million people worldwide. In light of the fact that it has been nearly 50 years since a new treatment has been approved for the life-threatening autoimmune disease, The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) has awarded over $1.1 million in research grants this year to various research initiatives. All is all, the LFA received 77 grant applications this year in excess of $7.8 million.

The following article breaks down some facts and figures about lupus and the LFA, in addition to giving an intimate look at where the money is going and what areas of research will be supported by these generous grants. The grants were awarded to 19 different researchers and 13 different institutions. Many areas of research are covered through the grants, included the cognitive effects of lupus, lupus in males, pediatric/adolescent lupus, and adult stem cells in lupus.

Lupus Foundation of America Awards More than $1.1 Million in New Research Grants






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