For Arthritis UK researchers
We believe that the research we fund has the power to change lives. We are proud to have funded the research activities of thousands of investigators from across the UK. We’re here to support you as we work together for a future free from arthritis.
Here you will find all the information you need to manage your awards. Find out how we evaluate the impact of our funded research and see how we ensure lived experience is at the heart of our research.
How we deliver research
Arthritis UK's research strategy and the advisory groups and committees that govern the delivery of research funding.
Managing your award
How to manage your Arthritis UK research award including invoicing, amendments, virements, extensions, supplements and suspensions.
Reporting your research progress and impact
Find information about our reporting requirements and tools including Researchfish, Europe PMC (EPMC) and Grant Tracker.
Tell us about your publications
Are you advancing arthritis research? Notify Arthritis UK of your upcoming publications and maximise your impact.
Open access and travel support
Arthritis UK is committed to ensuring the knowledge which results from our research is available freely and immediately for the benefit of all.
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How we track research impact
The changes brought about by research and how they benefit people with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
For many years, we’ve known that mechanical loading and inflammation contribute to osteoarthritis but the biological processes that link these factors were unknown. The impact of joint injury and joint surgery on our biomechanics and biology, and subtleties in gait or alignment that could contribute to long-term disease, was also unclear. Until now.
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