PeDRA Research Grants fund innovative early-stage research on rare and common childhood skin diseases to advance pediatric dermatology science and foster future large-scale studies.
Funder: Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 over two years for larger projects; up to $20,000 over one or two years for smaller projects.
Summary: Supports innovative research in pediatric dermatology, including rare and common childhood skin diseases, through a competitive grants program.
The PeDRA Research Grants, offered by the Society for Pediatric Dermatology and its research arm, the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA), are designed to advance research in pediatric dermatology. The program addresses the funding challenges inherent to both rare and common childhood skin diseases by supporting early-stage, high-impact research projects. These grants aim to foster innovation, generate preliminary data, establish research infrastructure, and promote collaborations that can lead to larger-scale studies and improved patient outcomes.