Rheumatology Research Workshop, May 14 - 15, 2021 
 
Now accepting applications! Deadline to apply is Tuesday, March 16, 11:59 pm ET.


The ACR is now accepting applications for the 2021 Rheumatology Research Workshop. This two-day, all-virtual, workshop will be held May 14 - 15, 2021.  The workshop will include scientific lectures, oral abstract presentations, and opportunities for early career investigators to interact with senior investigators.  Sessions will focus on how to communicate your research with various audiences, including colleagues, lay press, and funders.  

Target Audience
This meeting is designed for:
  • A medical student or resident enrolled in an ACGME-accredited pediatric, medicine or combined medicine/pediatric residency program who is interested in rheumatology
  • A fellow-in-training at an ACGME-accredited training program that will lead to eligibility to take the ABIM examination in rheumatology or the ABP examination in pediatric rheumatology
  • A faculty member within six years of completing their fellowship training program (those who completed their fellowship after May 2015)
Abstract Submission
Applicants must submit an abstract to complete their application.  Preliminary findings or proposals for fellowship research projects are encouraged. Accepted applicants will receive feedback on their abstracts or proposals from the ACR's Early Career Investigator Subcommittee.  Additional abstract details are included on page 2 of this application. 

Applicants must be ACR/ARP members for their application to be reviewed.  Applicants will be notified of the status of their application by April 15th, 2021. 

The deadline to complete this application is Tuesday, March 16th, 11:59 pm ET. 
For questions regarding the Rheumatology Research Workshop, send an email to Robin Campbell at rcampbell@rheumatology.org

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