Dermatology Foundation Receives Generous $1M Grant from Johnson & Johnson
A million-dollar grant from Johnson & Johnson to the Dermatology Foundation (DF) Research Award Program will support three exceptional early-career researchers dedicated to pursuing innovative knowledge on inflammatory skin disorders. This new DF research award funds groundbreaking investigations into these critical conditions providing each selected investigative researchers will receive $100,000 annually for three years, beginning July 1, 2026. Applications are due October 15, 2025.
Introducing the 2025 DF Research Award Recipients!
The DF congratulates its 2025 research award recipients! The Foundation’s Medical and Scientific Committee reviewed many promising proposals and identified those which are most meritorious and impactful for the future of dermatology. We are pleased to support the work of these individuals.
Annual Meeting Events—Honor 60 Years of Advancing the Specialty!
Our Annual Meeting is just around the corner. Get ready to celebrate a remarkable milestone at the Annual Meeting in Orlando this March—the Dermatology Foundation’s 60th anniversary!
2025 Research Award Recipients
We are excited to announce our newest research award recipients. Names will be revealed on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Noon Eastern Time. Be sure to come back to our homepage during that time to view the complete list of recipients.
Visit Us on the Exhibit Floor—Booth #1821!
Our exhibit booth, #1821, will be in the center of the exhibit floor at the Orange County Convention Center. If you are a research award recipient, stop by and capture a memorable photo. You can also pay your annual membership, and have the opportunity to pick up some DF swag!
We will be there on Friday, March 7th and Saturday, March 8th, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Sunday, March 9th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Your Gift, Their Future
As we continue to celebrate this significant milestone, we invite you to consider making a special 60th anniversary gift to support our ongoing work: advance healing, advance discovery.
Your contribution will continue to change tomorrow, today, by enabling the next generation of investigators to advance research in the specialty.
DF Annual Meeting of Membership
Join us for the Annual Meeting of Membership on Sunday, March 9, at 6 PM at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes Fairways Golf Club, 4048 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, Florida, 32837.
We will also celebrate our four DF Honorary Award Recipients (see above) and recognize our newest research award recipients for their outstanding achievements, along with exciting updates on the DF.
60th Anniversary Reception
Immediately following the Annual Meeting of Membership, get ready for an evening to remember at our lively 60th Anniversary Reception at the Fairways Lawn Golf Club. Enjoy delicious bites and refreshing cocktails while listening to the smooth sounds of Nadya Borno and her jazz band. The reception is black tie optional, and is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues to honor the incredible DF's milestone. Let the festivities begin!
Tickets for the membership reception are available by invitation only. There is still time to put your leadership membership in place for admission. Contact the Foundation office at 847-328-2256 or click here.
Celebrating 60 Years with a Special Series!
We have a long history of investing in early and mid-career research helping to launch investigative careers across the field of dermatology. Over 60 years, the Foundation has invested in 1,345 individuals, through more than 2,500 research awards. This investment has impacted the specialty and our ability to provide leading edge care to our patients. As part of our special series, we’ve interviewed a diverse group of exceptional researchers and members of the DF, all of whom have and are contributing to the growth of the Foundation and our field.
DF Earns Prestigious Accolade
GuideStar, a premier research site for non-profit organizations, recently awarded the Dermatology Foundation a Platinum Seal of Transparency for our continuous dedication in funding dermatologic research, as well as making a difference in the lives of others. The Platinum Seal of Transparency is the highest recognition a non-profit organization can earn.
At the DF, we continue to strive to make a difference by supporting rising young investigators and advancing science. This accomplishment would not be possible without the tremendous support of our members, supporters, and volunteers.
Why We're Here
Advancing our understanding of skin, hair and nail diseases and disorders is crucial for the specialty and patients everywhere seeking the best care possible. That’s why the Foundation exists. We provide promising investigators with novel ideas, the support they need to launch productive investigative careers. By providing early career research funding, we enable tomorrow’s experts to uncover new knowledge, enable discovery and further treatments that benefit everyone for years to come.
Every practicing dermatologist—and their patients—benefit from new treatments unlocked by research.
Since 1964, the Dermatology Foundation has invested in groundbreaking research leading to new knowledge, treatments, and cures. In 2024, the Foundation continued its investment and awarded over $2.97 million in research funding. This accomplishment is made possible with the ongoing support of our dedicated members, corporate partners, and friends. Their generosity sustains this advancement of patient care.
The Potential of Investigators is Infinite
The Dermatology Foundation invests in early and mid-career researchers with novel ideas and the potential to achieve scientific breakthroughs that lead to new treatments and cures. Our current award recipients are uncovering new knowledge about the topics below, which represent a sample of the Foundation's research portfolio. As science evolves, the potential for more breakthrough research in dermatology expands—and the DF is there to support each step forward.
- Acne and Rosacea
- Allergy
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Auto-immunity
- Blistering Diseases
- Carcinogenesis and Cancer Genetics
- Chemoprevention
- Clinical Trial / Therapeutics
- Contact Dermatitis
- Cutaneous Lymphoma
- Connective Tissue Disease
- Epidemiology and Public Health
- Epidermal Structure and Barrier Function
- Genetic Diseases, Gene Regulation and Gene Therapy
- Growth Factors, Cell Adhesion and Matrix Biology
- Hair Disorders
- Healthcare Delivery
- Immunity and Lymphocyte Biology
- Immunotherapy
- Infectious Disease
- Inflammation
- Melanoma
- Microbiology
- Microbiome
- Mohs Surgery
- Mouse Models
- Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
- Pediatric Dermatology
- Pharmacology and Drug Development
- Photobiology
- Pigmentation and Melanocyte Biology
- Psoriasis
- Scar
- Skin and Hair Developmental Biology
- Skin of Color
- Stem Cell
- Tissue Regeneration and Wound Healing
- Tumor Immunology
- Vitiligo / Pigmentation
- Women’s Health
There is no such thing as a small contribution; every action creates impact.
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