Run in partnership with the Arthritis National Research Foundation.
Overview
Juvenile skin and joint diseases affect millions of children in the United States each year. This group of diseases are incredibly complex and require innovative research to better understand their underlying mechanisms. There is a pressing need for talented investigators and teams to conduct more research that unravels this complexity and addresses the numerous unanswered questions related to pediatric rheumatology, dermatology and immunology. Therefore, the Arthritis National Research Foundation (ANRF) and PeDRA have joined together to dedicate grant funding for early career researchers looking to make impacts towards cures of these disease states.
PeDRA and ANRF are committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders in pediatric skin and joint disease research. We are pleased to provide the opportunity to support early career researchers in their pursuit of innovative and impactful research projects. Our goal is to advance high-impact research endeavors by cultivating cross-disciplinary research teams spanning pediatric dermatology and pediatric rheumatology.
Focus
This call is for all types of applications relating to pediatric rheumatology and dermatology, including but not limited to juvenile arthritis, psoriasis, lupus, dermatomyositis, and morphea or an underlying mechanism that may affect these or other conditions affecting both the skin and joints. Candidates for the Rheum for Kids: Pediatric Skin and Joint Grant are qualified, promising investigators with a clear upward trajectory, ideally within seven years of their latest stage of training, and can demonstrate a strong mentorship support system.
Important Details
- Up to $50,000 to support one year of research
- Priority consideration will be given to applications that focus on a project that impacts both the skin and joints from a team with expertise in both pediatric rheumatology and dermatology
- Application deadline: 11:59PM PT, Friday, January 24, 2025
