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Early Registration for the 2027 DF Clinical Symposium is Open
Early registration is now open for the Dermatology Foundation’s 24th annual Clinical Symposium, taking place January 27–30, 2027, at The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Florida. Registration deadlines Early registration: September 16-October 31, 2026 Standard registration: November 1-December 15, 2026 Late registration: After December 16, 2026 Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a link and a code…
Dr. Andrew Ji Receives the 2026 DF J&J Early Career Innovator Award
The tissue of an AD lesion contains a mixture of stromal cells, as well as immune cells recruited to the site by cellular signals, which behave differently from each other. Ji combines his clinical practice with experiments to help understand the cellular communication between disease-associated subpopulations of cells that contributes to pathogenesis and treatment resistance. The ultimate goal is to…
It’s Time to Apply for 2027 DF Research Awards
The Dermatology Foundation’s Research Award Program has been a driving force in advancing patient care for over six decades. By supporting innovative ideas and early-stage research, the program helps investigators generate new knowledge that leads to real breakthroughs in dermatology. With 17 award categories, the program offers funding opportunities across a wide range of research…
From Human Biology to Precision Medicine
When Thomas Leung, MD, PhD, walked into his postdoctoral laboratory at Stanford University (Stanford) on his first day, he was surprised to discover that graduate students in a neighboring lab already knew who he was. Their principal investigator, a former lab mate, had been sharing a story about him. As a graduate student, Leung had…
Remembering James O. Ertle, MD
James O. Ertle, MD was a steadfast and longstanding member of the Dermatology Foundation for forty years. He was a deeply respected leader in dermatology. A prolific fundraiser with an abiding belief in the Foundation’s mission — he was an Annenberg Sustaining and Visionary Society member — he will also be remembered for his many…
Fostering A Spirit of Education and Community
During his address at the Dermatology Foundation’s 23rd annual Clinical Symposium, held January 29-30 in Naples, Florida, DF Advisory Council member George Cotsarelis described donations to the Foundation as “the seeds” that sets in motion a chain of events, beginning with research and leading to breakthroughs, which benefit the dermatology community and, ultimately, patients. Research, he said, requires “a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a deep commitment.“
His message resonated with the more than 425 participants in attendance, including 50 residents attending the Symposium for the first time. This year also marked the first time the Foundation welcomed sponsors and exhibitors to the meeting.
New Opportunity for Early-Career Investigators Doing Vitiligo Research
A new partnership between the Dermatology Foundation and the Global Vitiligo Foundation (GVF) will fund a DF Career Development Award (CDA) dedicated to advancing vitiligo-focused research. The DF Research Award Program supports outstanding researchers whose forward-thinking ideas promise to shape the future of dermatology. “Vitiligo remains one of the most psychologically devastating and therapeutically challenging…
2026 DF Award Applications Are Open
The Dermatology Foundation’s Research Award Program (RAP) has been a driving force in advancing patient care for over six decades. By supporting innovative ideas and early-stage research, the program helps investigators generate new knowledge that leads to real breakthroughs in dermatology. With 16 award categories, the program offers funding opportunities across a wide range of…
Remembering Eugene J. Van Scott, MD
Eugene J. Van Scott, MD was the last remaining survivor of the team of ten who founded the Dermatology Foundation. A physician-scientist, academic and entrepreneur, he consistently demonstrated his commitment to the specialty and to the Foundation’s role within it through every accomplishment. Of the Foundation he once said that while it was founded to…
Deepen Your Knowledge
Now in its 23rd year, this DF Clinical Symposium delivers high-impact, cutting-edge education across a wide range of dermatological topics. Thirteen expert speakers will present: Drs. Crystal Aguh, Jean Bolognia, Yvonne E. Chiu, Shawn Gaurav Kwatra, Haley Naik, Kishwer S. Nehal, Adam I. Rubin, Cory L. Simpson, Colleen K. Stockdale, Susan C. Taylor, Marta J….