Resolution of inflammation by metabolic reprogramming in the inflamed joint

Arthritis is a leading cause of disability that affects up to 15% of the population and is the most common cause of pain in Irish society, including children. 2% suffer from inflammatory arthritis (IA) such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). IA causes joint damage and disability and is associated with co-morbidities such as cardiovascular disease, malignancy and metabolic disorders. It is estimated that the cost of treating IA patients in Ireland is approximately

Award Date

30 June 2016

Award Value

€234255

Principal Investigator

Professor Ursula Fearon

Host Institution

Trinity College Dublin

Scheme

MRCG-HRB Joint Funding Scheme