DF Skin of Color Society Collaborative Mid-career Research Award
The DF Skin of Color Society Collaborative Mid-career Research Award funds research on dermatological issues in skin of color and underserved populations, advancing scientific knowledge and health equity.
Funder: Dermatology Foundation
Due Dates: September 15, 2025 (applications open for 2026 cycle) | December 1, 2025 (2026 full application deadline) | December 1, 2026 (2027 full application deadline) | January 1, 2027 (2027 renewal deadline)
Funding Amounts: $100,000/year for up to 3 years (maximum $300,000 total); no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports mid-career investigators advancing research on dermatological issues impacting skin of color populations.
Key Information: Research must be conducted in the U.S. in an ACGME-accredited dermatology department; renewals only for the 2027 cycle.
Description
The Dermatology Foundation, in partnership with the Skin of Color Society and sponsored by Sanofi-Regeneron, offers this mid-career research award to advance impactful, hypothesis-driven research addressing dermatological challenges in skin of color populations or underserved groups. The program is designed for established investigators with a demonstrated record of excellence in basic, clinical, or translational dermatology research. The award aims to generate new scientific insights and foster health equity by supporting projects that address healthcare disparities in dermatology.
