Co-Principal Investigators: Alex Zvulunov, MD, MHA Ben-Gurion University Elena Pope, MD, MsC University of Toronto Overview: Mycosis fungoides is a rare type of skin cancer, increasingly diagnosed in pediatric populations. […]
Katherine Devenport
Katherine Devenport brings with her five years of experience as a clinical research coordinator for the Medical College of Wisconsin. Katherine’s knowledge and attention to detail help in her role supporting PeDRA’s studies and grants programs.
Towards a precision-based treatment for facial port wine birthmarks
Principal Investigator: Lisa Arkin, MD University of Wisconsin, Madison Overview: Facial vascular stains affect 0.3-0.5% of newborns; they reduce quality of life due to soft tissue overgrowth, nodularity and life-altering, […]
The Relationship between the Cutaneous Microbiome and Skin Barrier in Infantile Atopic Dermatitis
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Schoch, MD University of Florida Co-Investigator: Reesa Monir, MD University of Florida Overview: Infantile atopic dermatitis (i.e. eczema) is a common pediatric skin condition leading to significant […]
Dilute bleach compresses to reduce the severity of radiation dermatitis in children with cancer
Principal Investigator Amy Paller, MDNorthwestern University Overview Many years ago, we were able to show that dilute bleach baths reduce the severity of pediatric atopic dermatitis. This simple and inexpensive […]
November 21, 2019
Bookmark PeDRA’s new website and check back often. The new site features updates on every PeDRA Study, funding opportunities, educational content, resources for patient engagement, the new Research Toolkit, and much more.
October 17, 2019
Take advantage of online courses to develop your research skill set. As a place to start, consider this three-part online course from Nature on how to collaborate effectively in research.
September 19, 2019
Have you ever thought about joining social media? Establishing yourself on social media is a great way to stay connected with fellow investigators, up-to-date on the latest research, and to […]
August 15, 2019
Don’t be discouraged if you have been rejected from a recent grant application! Take the opportunity to connect with program officers, revise based on reviewer feedback, and add new data. Acceptance […]
July 18, 2019
When preparing a grant application DO sweat the small stuff. Strictly follow formatting guidelines, pay careful attention to the budget, and make sure the project is realistic. To make sure […]
June 20, 2019
Before applying for a research grant, get to know the organization that you’re applying to, the expectations for the research proposal, and the people running the program. Exploring previously funded […]
May 16, 2019
Keep your Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training up to date! GCP training is often required for investigators and staff conducting clinical research. It’s available from many sources including NIH and CITI and needs to […]
April 18, 2019
When embarking on a new study, consider your target journal and audience early. This can help with study design and anticipated outcomes. Explore online resources for a list of journal impact […]