The Arthritis National Research Foundation (ANRF) received a record 70 applications from arthritis research scientists across the United States this year. The researchers applied for a $75,000 one-year grant from ANRF. Their studies cover mostly widespread forms of arthritis: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and juvenile arthritis.
“Arthritis research is the key to finding a cure,” said ANRF president, Kevin Donohue. The Arthritis National Research Foundation commits all of its efforts to funding research to help the estimated 50 million Americans suffering with arthritis. “The projects we fund are the new, cutting-edge ideas from the best young researchers around the country to advance our understanding of these diseases,” says ANRF Executive Director, Helene Belisle.
The ANRF has supported almost 200 young researchers at universities and research hospitals across the country since 1970. Their studies have led to an improved understanding of arthritic diseases and some significant discoveries that have led to the current, most effective treatments for these diseases.
The Arthritis National Research Foundation, is a tax deductible charity based in Long Beach, California. Online donations may be made at http://www.curearthritis.org to help support arthritis research.
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