DF PeDRA Pediatric Dermatology Mid-Career Research Award
DF PeDRA Pediatric Dermatology Mid-Career Research Award supports mid-career investigators’ research on pediatric skin disorders to deepen scientific understanding and advance academic careers.
Funder: Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 (Application deadline, 11:59 PM CT)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 USD annually for up to three years
Summary: Supports exceptional mid-career investigators conducting basic, clinical, or translational research on pediatric dermatologic skin disorders.
Key Information: Applicants are expected to actively pursue “R” funding to advance their research and academic careers in dermatology.
Description
The Dermatology Foundation, in collaboration with the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA), offers the 2027 mid-career research award with support from a donation from Regeneron. The program aims to significantly advance the research of an outstanding investigator studying pediatric dermatologic-related skin disorders, with an established track record of excellence in basic, clinical, or translational science.
The award supports both salary and research activities, helping exceptional mid-career investigators sustain their scientific work and advance their academic careers in dermatology. Funded projects are expected to produce innovative findings that deepen understanding of dermatological issues associated with pediatric dermatology. The program also expects applicants to actively pursue “R” funding to further advance their research.
