2026 Conference Abstract Submission

PeDRA is now accepting abstracts for consideration as posters and (optional) oral presentations at the 2026 PeDRA Annual Conference. Please review the Abstract Submission Guidelines and make note of the important dates below.

Important Dates

May 11, 2026: Abstract submission portal opens
August 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT: Deadline to submit an abstract
September 4, 2026: Authors notified of peer-review outcome

Questions?

If you have questions, please email research@pedraresearch.org.

Abstract Submission Guidelines Submit Your Abstracts

2026 Conference Abstract Submission Form

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Click here to read the Abstract Submission Guidelines. By checking the box below, I attest to reading the guidelines, abstract format, and important dates.

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Are you a medical student or research fellow?*

Yes

Medical students and research fellows must be accepted into the NextGen Research Forum prior to submitting an abstract. Have you been accepted into the NextGen Forum?*

Yes, I have been accepted to the NextGen Research Forum.

No, I have not been accepted to the NextGen Research Forum.

We’re sorry. You are ineligible to submit an abstract to the PeDRA Conference at this time. Please submit an application to the NextGen Research Forum before July 2, 2026.

Submitting Author Information

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Is the main author a PeDRA member?*

Yes

Is the submitting author also the main author?*

Yes

Complete Author List

Please list ALL authors (including submitting author) in the order in which you would like them to appear in conference-related print materials (including abstract lists).

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Additional Authors

If you have more than 12 authors, please upload a full author list here.

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Abstract Information

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Abstract Title*

Subject Area*

Select all that apply.

Acne & Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Atopic Dermatitis & Psoriasis

Birthmarks (includes Hemangiomas, Lasers, & Vascular Anomalies)

Connective Tissue & Autoinflammatory Disorders

Drugs & Bugs

Education

Genetic Skin Disorders (includes Down Syndrome, EB, Ichthyosis, & NF1)

Hair Disorders

Neonatal Skin Care

Skin of Color & Pigmentary Disorders

Skin Tumors & Reactions to Cancer Therapies (STARC) (includes CMN)

Patient Safety & Quality Improvement

Other

If other, please input a subject area:

Is this abstract being submitted on behalf of a pharmaceutical company or other industry partner?*

Yes

Is this abstract the result of PeDRA funding?*

Yes

Please indicate the type funding received:

(eg: 2023 Childhood Eczema Challenge Grant, 2024 Research Fellowship, etc)

Abstract*

Layperson Summary*

A small number of abstracts will be selected for oral presentation on Thursday, October 15 in addition to being shared in poster format. Are you interested in your abstract being considered for an oral presentation?*

Yes, I would like to be considered for an oral presentation.

No, I do not want to be considered for an oral presentation.

Accepted abstracts will have the opportunity to be published in a peer-reviewed journal. Indicate below if you would like your abstract to be included, if accepted.*

Yes, include my accepted abstract in the special publication.

Do not include my accepted abstract in the special publication.

By checking this box, you agree that at least one author of this abstract will be an attendee at the 2026 PeDRA Annual Conference. Student members must apply for and be accepted into the NextGen Research Forum to attend the Conference.*

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By checking this box, you acknowledge that PeDRA may share this abstract on its conference app and/or print program.*

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