Research Coordinator Anna Bloomquist Receives Prestigious CARRA Award

Anna Bloomquist, a Clinical Research Coordinator in the Pediatrics Department, has been honored with the 2024 "Outstanding Research Coordinator Award" from the Childhood Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Alliance (CARRA). This award recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to advancing pediatric rheumatology research and improving the lives of children with pediatric rheumatic and autoimmune diseases.

CARRA, a leading collaborative research network dedicated to pediatric rheumatology, presented the award during its Annual Scientific Meeting. Founded in 2002, CARRA has grown significantly and now includes over 700 physician members across more than 120 institutions in North America and beyond. The network's mission is to conduct research that prevents, treats and ultimately cures pediatric rheumatic diseases, and this award highlights the critical role research coordinators play in achieving this goal.

Anna Bloomquist’s dedication to CARRA’s mission and exemplary work at the University of Minnesota were key criticaltors in her selection for this award. Her efforts have advanced important research projects and ensured that pediatric patients receive the highest standard of care through well-coordinated clinical trials and studies. Bloomquist’s recognition is a testament to her commitment to improving outcomes for children suffering from these debilitating conditions.

CARRA’s awards, including the one received by Bloomquist, underscore the importance of collaboration and innovation in the fight against pediatric rheumatic diseases. The University of Minnesota celebrates this achievement and looks forward to continued contributions from Bloomquist and her colleagues as they work to advance pediatric healthcare.

For more information about CARRA and its mission, visit carragroup.org.