2020
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Chris Wincup, MBChB, MRCP: SLE and links to iron deficiency, mitochondrial dysfunction
MEET THE POSTER PRESENTER: Dr. Wincup sought to identify if immune cells from patients with SLE were iron deficient and whether this impacted their mitochondrial function.
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Joseph Blake: SNP rs1143678 and B cell biology in SLE
MEET THE POSTER PRESENTER: We found that the systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)-associated SNP rs1143678 might affect the structure and function of the associated protein CD11b and looked into how this might impact B cell biology and, ultimately, SLE. Rs1143678 encodes the CD11b amino acid substitution…
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ACR Convergence to begin by bringing Opening Session, Year in Review together
The session runs from 2 – 4:45 p.m. EST Thursday, Nov. 5, and features the traditional presidential address, keynote lecture, and recognition of the ACR Gold Medal Award and ARP Lifetime Achievement Award recipients in addition to the Year in Review.
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Great Debate to consider starting JAK inhibitors sooner
JAK inhibitors have taken on a greater role in rheumatology, and this year’s Great Debate will feature two experts discussing whether they should be used before biologics if methotrexate fails.
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Advances in single-cell sequencing provide new insight into immune dysregulation in SLE
Advances in single-cell sequencing have the potential to provide unique insights into the etiology of rheumatic diseases and facilitate the development of new therapies, according to Alex Kuo, PhD.
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New understanding of pain mechanisms may lead to more effective arthritis treatments
Recent and ongoing studies continue to lead researchers toward new pathways and new targets for novel therapies to relieve disability and distress in patients with OA and RA.
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TMA, MAS in cSLE present diagnostic, treatment challenges
Two pediatric rheumatologists will review childhood the systemic lupus erythematosus complications thrombotic microangiopathies and macrophage activation syndrome.
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Virtual poster sessions to feature several innovations
Considered by many the heart and pulse of any ACR annual meeting, the poster sessions for ACR Convergence 2020 will continue in a virtual format that will bring many improvements for both poster presenters and viewers.
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ACR Convergence virtual meeting to deliver real opportunities to connect with experts and colleagues
The ACR Convergence 2020 virtual platform lets attendees interact through live question-and-answer periods and online discussions with experts plus scheduled one-on-one conversations and small group video chats with other participants.
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Tips for getting the most out of ACR Convergence 2020
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