Psoriatic Disease Research Fellowships

1 in 3 Psoriatic Disease Research Fellowships produce a publication accepted in a peer-reviewed journal, including the Journal of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis, Journal of Investigative Dermatology, Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology, JAMA Dermatology, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, and others. 


Fellowship recipients have presented at international and domestic conferences, including NPF Research Symposia, American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, Society of Investigative Dermatology, the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, and more.

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NPF Psoriatic Disease Research Fellowship awards provide support to eligible institutions to develop and enhance opportunities for physicians training for research careers in psoriatic disease.

Applicant Eligibility

Psoriatic Disease Research Fellowships may take place at any institution with an eligible fellowship program and devote at least 75% of their effort to research during the project period. Fellowships are primarily intended for those who already hold an M.D., however applications to support exceptionally promising medical students will be accepted. The fellow cannot be a faculty member, or in a residency program, during the project period.

Budget and Project Period

Applicants may request up to $50,000 (direct costs only) per year. Institutions are to certify that funds will be applied to stipend, salary, and find benefits only. The total project period for the application submitted is one year to take place from July 1 – June 30.

Application

Applications for the 2025 funding cycle are due Friday, January 31, at 5:00 p.m. ET. Award notifications are anticipated by June 30.

Frequently Asked Questions

For more information about applying to our grants program, please reference our FAQs section or contact research@psoriasis.org.

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Psoriatic Disease Research Fellowships Sponsors

This activity has been sponsored by educational grants from the following:

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