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Author Archives: Bradd Pavur

Drs. Saira Sheikh and Tessa Englund Share Research-Related Insights with “Rheumatology Advisor” Regarding; “Increasing Participation of Underrepresented Groups in Lupus Clinical Trials”

January 12, 2022
The research gathered perspectives from patients and physicians, and made recommendations to help address the issues related to underrepresentation.

Johnston County Osteoarthritis Project (JoCoOA) Participates in Largest Study to Date, Identifying Genomic Variants Associated with Blood Lipid Levels

January 11, 2022
The study also explored the potential of polygenic risk score to predict elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels, and its application in clinical practice.

Dr. John Batsis Is Awarded NC TraCS Grant for Phase 1 of the “Advancing Collaborative Team Research” (ACTeR) Program

December 17, 2021
The research project is titled, "Using multi-modal methods to advance translational geroscience in patients with sarcopenia."

The Osteoarthritis Action Alliance (OAAA) Receives a $100K/1-Year Grant from the NextFifty Initiative

December 7, 2021
The program will help improve the health of older adults with arthritis and other conditions in rural and Hispanic/Latino communities.

Dr. Sofija Volertas Presents TEDx Talk: “Telemedicine is the Modern Doctor’s House Call”

December 1, 2021
In her presentation, Dr. Volertas sheds new light on the unique, exciting, and often surprising ways that telemedicine can enhance patient care.

Today’s the Day – 11/30: Support TARC on “Tar Heal Tuesday!” This is Your Chance to Go “All In” for a Healthier N.C.

November 18, 2021
Please join UNC Health and TARC in celebrating and supporting Tar Heal Tuesday. This is an opportunity to play a role in creating a healthier future for people in N.C. and beyond!

Dr. Lara Longobardi Receives $378K NIAMS Grant to Study Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis (PTOA) & Therapeutic Potential of Fetuin-A

November 16, 2021
The research will provide critical new insights into the 'cross-talk' between cartilage and muscle during PTOA.

Thurston Arthritis Research Center Experts Present at 2021 ACR Convergence Conference

November 7, 2021
Again, this year, TARC researchers and scientists are presenting their latest findings. We invite you to tune in to the conference to learn more.

Read Our Newsletter & Get the Latest Information on the Johnston County Health Study!

November 2, 2021
The inaugural issue of our newsletter provides information regarding the study, an update on enrollment numbers, and a warm welcome to our newest staff member.

Dr. Becki Cleveland Receives “President’s Award” from Association of Rheumatology Professionals (ARP)

October 29, 2021
The award is presented to a member who has performed outstanding service in advancing the goals, ideals and standards of the ARP.