Pediatric Ichthyosis Challenge Grant
The Pediatric Ichthyosis Challenge Grant funds research to advance understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of pediatric ichthyosis, offered by the Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types.
Funder: Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Letter of Intent) | May 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 for one year of research support; non-renewable.
Summary: Supports impactful research focused on pediatric ichthyosis and related skin types to improve understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for affected children.
Key Information: Application is administered via PeDRA; deadlines and forms differ from FIRST’s standard grants.
Description
The Pediatric Ichthyosis Challenge Grant is a collaborative initiative co-sponsored by the Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types (FIRST) and the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA). The grant is designed to stimulate high-impact research projects that address the unique needs of children with ichthyosis and related skin types. Funded projects should advance understanding, diagnosis, or treatment and ultimately improve the quality of life for pediatric patients and their families. This grant is distinct from FIRST’s standard Pilot and Research Grant mechanisms and is administered through PeDRA’s application process and portal.
