The Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation Research has been designated a “EULAR Center of Excellence in Rheumatology” 2017 – 2022, which means that the department retains this status which it first acquired in 2012. The title is awarded by the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) to rheumatological units that combine high quality research with clinical activities and education assignments. The prestigious title is now highlighted with a new plaque on the wall at the department.