About Research
NPF is the largest nonprofit funder of research in psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and related comorbidities.
Research Investment
$37M invested in research has catalyzed over 600 publications and $44M in subsequent funding in psoriatic disease research.
Global Reach
The reach of the NPF Funding Portfolio spans 268 unique investigators and 117 unique institutions globally.
Leading the Conversation
37 NPF-led poster presentations at national or international conferences. 50% were selected for oral presentations and 25% were converted to published manuscripts.
NPF Funding
Beginning in 1987, NPF has funded collaborative, translational research globally. Each year, NPF awards grants and fellowships that fund work focused on the treatment, prevention, and cure of psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis (PsA), and comorbidities.
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In addition to supporting research through funding opportunities, NPF conducts internal research in collaboration with the NPF Scientific Advisory Committee and Medical Board, as well as research through partnerships with other institutions.
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Discover recently published manuscripts from NPF-led research efforts, including Medical Board statements, guidelines, and position papers.
Read the publicationsJournal of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis®
The Journal of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis® (JPPA) is a peer-reviewed specialty journal of the National Psoriasis Foundation.
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As an NPF Professional Member, you are supporting the mission of NPF while staying up to date on the most recent research, trends, and opportunities in psoriatic disease.
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NPF has awarded over $30 million in research funding in recent years. Discover active research projects funded by NPF.
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