Pioneering Discovery to prevent, treat and cure lupus. 

LRI Chicago shares the mission of the Lupus Research Institute (LRI)—championing innovation, encouraging scientific creativity and exploring uncharted territory to bring new research solutions to the complex and dangerous disease of lupus.

Founded by prominent members of the Chicago lupus community, LRI Chicago is the leading funder of novel research in its region, supporting the ground-breaking discoveries of Chicago-based lupus scientists.

Through public and professional education programs, LRI Chicago works to build awareness and community, alleviate racial disparities in lupus, and link people with lupus to clinical trials and new treatments.

An active member of the LRI National Coalition, LRI Chicago advocates regionally and nationally as the patients’ voice for lupus research.

For information on LRI Chicago's upcoming events, or to get more information about the organization, please contact LRI Chicago Executive Director Darby N. Tio at DTio@LRIchicago.org.

Executive Director Darby Tio with Kathleen Buck and Holly Duran