Direct grant to ERN RITA 2022-2023

2026-07-22

The European Reference Network (ERN) for rare immunological diseases and complex conditions (ERN RITA) brings together the leading European centres with expertise in diagnosis and treatment of rare primary immunodeficiency, autoimmune, autoinflammatory and paediatric rheumatic disorders, setting the stage for high standards of clinical care throughout Europe enabling centres of excellence to drive forward this pan-European initiative. ERN RITA consists of four disease streams. Focusing on clinical excellence, we will ensure continuity of care from childhood throughout the lifespan of the patient: Stream 1: primary immunodeficiencies Stream 2: autoimmune diseases Stream 3: autoinflammatory disorders Stream 4: paediatric rheumatic disorders During this project and for all 4 disease streams, ERN RITA will continue and expand Educational activities, clinical practice guidelines development, the ERN RITA registry (MERITA), research collaborations and CPMS trainings and CPMS panels. Activities will be developed and carried out in collaboration HCPs, patients and patient representatives, scientific societies and other affiliated stakeholders, all involved in the relevant disease areas. A priority will be transferring knowledge and training to Member States with less expertise.

Netherlands

2025-12-15