PeDRA Research Grants
PeDRA Research Grants fund early-stage projects to advance scientific understanding and treatment of rare and common childhood skin diseases through data generation and collaboration.
Funder: Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Due Dates: September 17, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $5,000 to $40,000 for early-stage pediatric dermatology research projects; usually for a 1-year period.
Summary: Supports innovative research addressing both rare and common childhood skin diseases to advance pediatric dermatology.
Description
The PeDRA Research Grants program, established by the Society for Pediatric Dermatology (SPD) and its research arm, the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA), aims to overcome challenges associated with funding research in pediatric dermatology. The program supports early-stage projects that focus on both rare and common skin diseases in children, with the goal of generating preliminary data, establishing research infrastructure, and fostering investigator collaborations. These grants are intended to serve as a springboard for larger-scale studies, ultimately improving the health and quality of life for children affected by skin diseases.
