Author Archives: Andrea Lobo, PhD

Grants Awarded to Study Skin Light Sensitivity and Lupus Flares

A team led by researchers at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Research Institute has been given two grants to investigate the potential causes of lupus flares. The research team will focus on exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying skin sensitivity to light, or photosensitivity, and lupus flares in people…

Belimumab Safe in Adults With SLE: Analysis of Clinical Trial Data

Belimumab continues to show a favorable risk-benefit profile in adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), according to safety data from six clinical trials. Researchers noted the findings “add to the evidence base supporting a positive benefit-risk profile of belimumab in the treatment of adult patients with SLE.” Data from…