Sanofi-Regeneron Extends its Generous Support of the DF Research Award Program
The Dermatology Foundation is pleased to be the recipient of a $600,000 contribution to its Research Award Program from Sanofi and Regeneron for a new unique mid-career award. The substantial donation will support two exceptional mid-career investigators conducting research into Type 2 inflammation in skin beginning in 2026.
A Spectacular Celebration!
It was a night to remember at DF’s 60th anniversary reception! Thanks to many incredible colleagues and sponsors, the evening was filled with laughter, old and new connections, and a true sense of warmth and accomplishment! Here’s to the past, present, and many more years of advancement together!
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.
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.
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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