A research group at the Department of Medicine 3, Erlangen University Hospital, FAU Erlangen–Nuremberg, has identified a mechanism that explains how psoriasis can extend beyond the skin to involve the joints. For the first time, the team (Maria Gabriella Raimondo,…
Vernissage to the exhibition ‘Comic Meets Rheumatism’ in the foyer of the INZ
The exhibition ‘Comic Meets Rheumatism’ builds a bridge between clinical expertise and artistic expression. It presents medical knowledge in new formats that not only inform but also move people, thereby opening up new avenues of understanding. The exhibition is the…
Activating the Body’s Own Defense: A New Approach to Chronic Inflammatory Diseases
Chronic inflammatory diseases occur when the immune system, usually a finely tuned network, overreacts and attacks healthy tissue. Current treatments often rely on immunosuppressive drugs, such as cortisone, which reduce immune activity but also leave the body more vulnerable to…
Zaiss Lab awarded My Green Lab Certification – Sustainability in Immunology Research
At Inflammation Research Erlangen, scientific innovation goes hand in hand with sustainability. The Zaiss Lab at Uniklinikum Erlangen of Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the My Green Lab Certification, making it one of the first labs…
A Day of Courage and Hope:
4th Annual CAR T-Cell Meeting Celebrates #BackToHealth Journey The German Center for Immunotherapy (DZI) at Uniklinikum Erlangen hosted its fourth annual meeting, bringing together former autoimmune patients and their multidisciplinary treatment teams who have regained their lives thanks to groundbreaking…
The Gut–Joint Connection: A Paradigm Shift in Arthritis Research
Did you know that your gut may play a key role in the development of joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis? A new review article in Nature Reviews Rheumatology reveals that it’s not just about a “leaky gut” – it’s…
Recap of the 16th International Forum on Rheumatoid Arthritis🦴🔥
The 16th International Forum on Rheumatoid Arthritis was a remarkable gathering of leading experts and researchers, all converging to share new insights in RA research and management. With generous support from cullinantherapeutics, abbvie , elilillyco , novartis , and sanofi , the forum…
The countdown is on! ⏰
Only 7 days left until the IFRA Symposium 2024 in the beautiful city of Bamberg from 17-19 October! This year’s symposium will focus on new therapeutic approaches and the current findings in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) research. This event will bring…
🎤 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 🎤
We are thrilled to announce that Prof. Maria Antonietta D’Agostino, a distinguished leader in rheumatology, will be speaking at the IFRA Meeting 2024 in Bamberg! 🌍📚 Prof. D’Agostino, currently a Professor and Director of Rheumatology at the Università Cattolica del…
Maximize Your Networking at IFRA 2024!
Attending the 16th International Forum on Rheumatoid Arthritis in Bamberg this October is not just about gaining knowledge in the field of RA research; it’s about building connections! Here’s how you can make the most out of the networking opportunities:…