11 Investigators Awarded Funding Through 2025 PeDRA Grant Programs
February 19, 2026 – Together with its partners, PeDRA is pleased to recognize the recipients of several competitive 2025…
Prevalence and Demographics of Psoriasis in the Down Syndrome Population
PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang hosts a roundtable discussion with Dr. Jillian Rork and Dr. Deepti Gupta about a recent publication…
Consensus Guidelines for the Management and Treatment of Staph Scalded Skin Syndrome in Children
Overview: Staph Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) is a serious skin condition that mainly affects young children. Toxin from a…
Advancing Screening and Education for Eczema in Children with Neurodevelopmental and Complex Medical Needs
Overview: Children with eczema who also experience neurodevelopmental or complex medical conditions face unique challenges in symptom management and…
Atopic Dermatitis, Sleep, and Cognitive Skills in Early Childhood
Overview: Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a common childhood condition that often begins in the first years of life….
Leveraging Artificial intelligence for Drug Discovery in Epidermal Repair (LADDER)
Overview: Ichthyoses are a family of genetic skin conditions characterized by impaired shedding of skin cells, resulting in scaling…
Building Community, Advancing Research: A Conversation with the Gorlin Syndrome Alliance
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, we’re joined by Meredith Weiss, Executive Director of the Gorlin Syndrome Alliance, to explore the intersection of patient advocacy, education, and research. Meredith shares her personal journey into rare disease advocacy and discusses how the GSA supports patients through community-building, clinician-led education, and a growing commitment to funding research—particularly in dermatology. Together, we highlight the critical role patient organizations play in improving quality of life and advancing meaningful, patient-centered research. Learn more about GSA grant opportunities.
Full Circle in Pediatric Dermatology: Dr. Milie Fang on Eczema, Research, and Finding Your Path
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang speaks with Dr. Milie Fang, a pediatric dermatology fellow…
Acne Incidence and Severity in Transgender Individuals
Smith, Courtney, et al. JAMA Dermatology (2026).
PeDRA Launches 2026 Mentorship Program and Welcomes Inaugural Medical Student Research Cohort
January 27, 2026 — In celebration of National Mentoring Month, PeDRA is pleased to announce the launch of its…
Quantitative nanohistology profiling of extracellular matrix alterations in pediatric stiff skin syndrome and Ehlers–Danlos syndrome
Overview: Children with rare connective tissue disorders, such as stiff skin syndrome (SSS) and Ehlers–Danlos syndrome (EDS), often face…
Deciphering the Immunopathogenesis of Reactive Infectious Mucocutaneous Eruptions
Overview: Reactive Infectious Mucocutaneous Eruption, or RIME, is a disease that causes painful blisters on the eyes, mouth and…