Scientific research

Fighting to find treatment and cures

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Autoimmune research initiatives

Autoimmune Association convenes scientists, physicians, and researchers from across disciplines to explore the root cause of autoimmunity in an effort to unlock breakthrough treatments and someday, cures.

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Our impact

For thirty years, the Autoimmune Association has been the nation’s leading advocate for the millions of people affected by autoimmune diseases through fostering and facilitating collaboration in the areas of education, public awareness, advocacy, and research.

100 +

AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES

80 %

OF THOSE LIVING WITH AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE ARE WOMEN

$5M

GIVEN TO RESEARCH BY THE AUTOIMMUNE ASSOCIATION

$3B

SECURED IN FEDERAL RESEARCH FUNDING FOR AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE IN THE PAST THREE YEARS

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Research

Research Survey

The Autoimmune Research Network (ARNet) is an autoimmune disease patient registry. ARNet empowers patients by facilitating their participation in research on autoimmune disease.

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Clinical Trials

Through clinical trials, patients can access cutting-edge treatment and help move the needle in ushering new diagnostics, preventative tools, and therapies to market — all bringing us closer  to a world without autoimmune disease.

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Published Autoimmune Research

Research allows scientists to gain a better understanding of autoimmune diseases, enabling them to develop new and effective methods of detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

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Cell Therapy for Autoimmune Disease Summit

The Autoimmune Association is proud to partner with the 2nd Cell Therapy for Autoimmune Disease Summit to explore pre-clinical, translational, and clinical advancements encompassing all cell-based therapies for autoimmune disease, including CAR-T, Treg, and MSC. December 2-4, 2024, Philadelphia, PA

More research is needed

With your support we can continue to drive towards a better tomorrow for autoimmune patients around the world.