The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) has awarded $3 million to a research team that’s using artificial intelligence (AI) to diagnose lupus nephritis, one of the most severe complications of lupus that’s marked by kidney inflammation and damage. The award will support the research…
A Canadian researcher will use a newly granted Lupus Canada Catalyst Award — with one year of funding totaling $40,000 CAD (around $29,300) — for a study focused on better understanding the role of an inflammation marker in predicting treatment responses in people with lupus nephritis. Lupus nephritis is one…
Toni Braxton is hoping to strike a chord with people with lupus via Aurinia Pharmaceuticals‘ “Get Uncomfortable” campaign: the singer-songwriter wants to empower fellow patients to prioritize kidney health as a key part of their care. Braxton, a Grammy Award-winning singer, and an actress, producer, and entrepreneur, was…
Viral infections with cytomegalovirus, known as CMV, are highly prevalent in children with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and are linked to high disease activity and poor outcomes, a study in China reports. Given that anti-CMV treatment can reduce disease activity and flares, the virus’ early identification and treatment…
Progentec Diagnostics has partnered with GSK to launch PROACTIVE, a study to identify people at risk of developing lupus. The study seeks to help with the early detection and diagnosis of lupus, which is critical for its effective treatment and management. Participants will be guided through…
Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have a reduced response to COVID-19 vaccination, an effect made worse by specific immunosuppressive treatments, a recent study reports. A reduced response was demonstrated by lower levels of immunoglobulin G (IgG) against the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. IgG…
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 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…