Awareness Month Tribute
This month only, make a gift in honor of someone who has shown up for you — and they'll receive a personal thank you message from ANRF Board member and RA survivor Staci Stringer Betschart.
It's a meaningful way to celebrate the people in your village while fueling the research that's changing lives.
Make Your GiftDon't wait — this opportunity is available this month only.
This fall the Arthritis National Research Foundation hosted a five-part webinar series, with each session spotlighting a specific type of arthritis or related autoimmune disease and featuring panelists, either currently or previously ANRF funded, presenting the latest in breakthroughs, diagnostic tools, procedures and research & development. You are invited to watch the five webinars below, please enjoy meeting the scientists and learning about their research, which is funded by donors and supporters like you.
What fuels inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, and how could science help calm it? In this webinar, Dr. Sanja Arandjelovic and Dr. Deborah Winter share how failures in clearing dying cells and changes in immune cell gene activity may drive RA. Discover how these insights could pave the way for new, more targeted treatments.
Sjögren’s is more than just dry eyes and mouth — it can affect nerves, organs, and often appears alongside lupus or RA. Hear from Dr. Scott Lieberman, Dr. Mohammad Haj Dezfulian, and Dr. Abigail Koppes as they explore how immune attacks begin, why men and women may experience disease differently, and how engineering could help repair autoimmune damage. Presented with the Sjögren’s Foundation.
Conditions like axial spondyloarthritis and psoriatic arthritis often overlap with other autoimmune diseases, making diagnosis and treatment complex. Dr. Ruth Napier and Dr. Jimin Tan will share how immune pathways and machine learning are revealing hidden links, and what patients should know about these connections.
What if viral infections could spark autoimmune disease? Dr. Tarin Bigley reveals how viral infections may trigger the disease, while Dr. Vanessa Sue Wacleche shows how overactive immune cells damage healthy organs. Together, their work uncovers why lupus begins, and how early detection and targeted treatments could change the future.
Leading scientists share the latest discoveries in osteoarthritis research—from the biology of joint degeneration to emerging strategies for earlier diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.
Small habits can lead to big improvements in managing arthritis and autoimmune disease. Learn how to build sustainable routines that support your well-being—even on hard days. This session blends science, clinical insight, and real-life strategies to help you feel more in control of your health.
