To address the gap in our understanding of morphologic variability across racial/ethnic groups, we are conducting a multicenter, prospective study to c…
Overview: Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) is the most common skin disease in children, causing red, itchy, flaking skin that affects sleep, confidence, and quality of life. Children’s immune […]
Overview: Children and teens with alopecia areata can suddenly lose patches of hair when the immune system mistakes hair follicles as a threat. The protein called autoimmune regulator (AIRE) is […]
Overview: This study wants to learn more about how people with skin conditions use injectable biologic medications at home and what happens when they miss a dose. Although these drugs […]
Overview: Children living far from board-certified pediatric dermatologists (BCPDs) may face extra barriers to care, especially among underserved racial groups or in rural areas. We will use geospatial and statistical […]
Overview: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, chronic skin condition characterized by recurrent noninfectious boils in the armpits and groin areas that can lead to significant scarring. The disorder often […]
August 21, 2025 – PeDRA is proud to announce the launch of three new competitive grant programs through its Grants and Fellowships Programs. Guided by its mission to create, inspire, […]
Overview: The underlying mechanisms driving systemic sclerosis (SSc) remain poorly understood, and no curative treatment currently exists. While SSc predominantly affects women between the ages of 40 and 50, it […]
Overview: Acne impacts most adolescents, but many do not treat their acne. Caregivers want to help adolescents manage their acne, and adolescents want their help. We need to understand how […]
Overview: Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a very common skin condition that causes recurrent patches of dry and itchy skin. It frequently starts in infancy or early childhood […]
Overview: The ichthyoses are a group of rare genetic skin conditions that cause scaling and redness of the skin. In addition to skin manifestations, ichthyosis can lead to other health […]
Overview: Craniofacial morphea (CM) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the skin and tissues of the face and head, often in children. It can cause scarring, disfigurement, and difficulty […]
Overview: Recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB) is a recessive congenital skin disease caused by mutations in the COL7A1 gene, which is the blueprint for the protein, type VII collagen (COL7A1). […]