Latest News from ASDR Partners & Affiliates
01 May 26
ESDR NEWS
Join us at the 55th Annual ESDR Meeting in Heidelberg!
The European Society for Dermatological Research (ESDR) is delighted to welcome you to Heidelberg, Germany, this September for an exciting gathering of the global skin research community.
Featuring keynote lectures, interactive sessions, and cutting-edge research, the meeting is a hub for scientific exchange and collaboration. For the first time, the program will include a dedicated Skin Aging Session. We warmly encourage colleagues working in ageing and longevity research to submit abstracts. Outstanding submissions will be considered for plenary lectures, concurrent sessions, and poster presentations.
Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with leading experts and rising stars in dermatology.
Annual ESDR Meeting: 9-12 September 2026, Heidelberg, Germany
Abstract Submission & Travel Grant Applications deadline: 30 April 2026
Late-Breaking Abstract Submission: 24 June-12 July 2026
Early Registration Deadline: 8 July 2026 (11:59 PM CEST)
Learn more and register: esdrmeeting.org
Let’s advance skin research together—see you in Heidelberg!
Women in Science 2026 by ESDR
We are pleased to introduce Women in Science 2026 by ESDR, our awareness campaign aligned with the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11 February).
This year, our campaign focuses on a critical and persistent challenge in medical research: the underrepresentation of women’s data in clinical studies.
By making this underrepresentation scientifically, visually, and socially visible, we seek to contribute to a future in which medical research better reflects the diversity of the patients it serves.
As part of the campaign, we feature interviews with two experts:
- Dr Sarah Preis, author of a systematic review on sex and gender differences (JEADV, March 2025, DOI:10.1111/jdv.20256)
- Hyatt Antognini Amin, Founder of TrialHer, a health research start-up dedicated to closing the gender health gap
We would be grateful for your support in amplifying this initiative by sharing, resharing, and engaging with the campaign content on social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Bluesky, and X). Your engagement would significantly enhance the campaign’s visibility and help reinforce our commitment to inclusive and impactful science.
The campaign content is available here: https://esdr.org/women-
Linkedin ESDR post to reshare/comment: https://www.linkedin.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/
X: https://x.com/ESDRorg
JSID NEWS
51st Annual Meeting of the JSID - Abstract Submissions now open!
Abstract submission is now open for the 51st Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Investigative Dermatology (51JSID), which will be held on the following dates in Okayama.
Dates: December 4-6, 2026
Venue: Okayama Convention Center
Deadline for Abstract Submission: June 11, 2026. (tentative)
URL: https://jsid51.jda-conv.jp/En/
Travel Grant (For overseas applicants)
A limited number of travel grants will be awarded by the Local Organizing Committee to applicants whose abstracts have been evaluated as outstanding.
Authors wishing to be considered for a travel grant must complete abstract submission and be aged of 40 or younger as of the day of the meeting, and be residents outside the host country.
Please indicate your application at the time of abstract submission.
Applicants must be the presenting author of their submitted abstracts and will be required to provide proof of date of birth (e.g., an insurance card) by e-mail.
We look forward to receiving your abstracts with emerging discoveries and seeing you in Okayama.
Young Collegiality Night
This program is intended for young physicians aged 40 or under (as of the date of the conference).
Experienced tutors with a strong background in research and regardless of nationality will also participate, providing direct advice on research content as well as insights into research methods, approaches, and practical tips that are otherwise difficult to obtain.
It is also an opportunity for young physicians from different institutions to deepen their connections and exchange ideas. We warmly encourage you to participate.
A questionnaire regarding participation will be conducted at the time of abstract submission.
Approximately 60 participants are expected; if applications exceed this number, participants will be selected by lottery. Thank you for your understanding.
Date: December 4 (Fri.) 20:00- (tentative) Participation fee: ¥10,000 per person
ILDS NEWS
ILDS Skin Health Training Hub - Just Launched!
We are thrilled to launch our free online learning platform designed to expand access to dermatology education worldwide.
The platform, known as the ILDS Dermatology Training Hub, provides practical, expert-led courses for healthcare professionals, aimed at improving the prevention, recognition and management of skin conditions affecting people in all regions of the world.
Access to specialist dermatology care remains highly uneven. In some parts of the world there is less than one dermatologist per million people, leaving many patients without access to appropriate diagnosis and treatment. The ILDS Dermatology Training Hub has been developed to address this gap by making high-quality dermatology education freely available online. New courses will be added regularly and certificates on completion of courses will be available.
ILDS AGM & Member Forum - Wednesday 2 September 2026
ILDS Young Dermatologist International Achievement Award 2027
Do you have an outstanding young dermatologist in your Society who has made remarkable contributions globally through their dedication, expertise, and innovative approaches?
We now invite the Australasian Society for Dermatology Research to submit one nomination for consideration in the YDIA 2027 Awards.
Recipients of this Award will receive an amazing opportunity to attend the 26th World Congress of Dermatology (WCD2027), to be held 21-26 June 2027 in Guadalajara, Mexico.
YDIA 2027 recipients will receive free registration for WCD2027 and will be provided witha US$2,500 bursary towards travel and accommodation. Recipients will also receive global recognition in the WCD2027 Opening Ceremony and be invited to attend the Emeritus Council reception, where they can network with past and present ILDS Board Members.
CRITERIA AND HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION
ILDS Members in good standing (with their fees paid up to date)* may nominate one dermatologist who meets the following criteria:
- They have been practising dermatology, post-training, for less than 15 years
- They do not hold the rank of Professor at any academic institution
- They have not previously received an ILDS YDIA Award or be a current or past ILDS Board Member.
Further guidance on nominations and the award process is available by clicking here.
Please ensure that the nominee is aware of the nomination as, if they are successful, we will make contact with them to obtain additional details.
*Please note that any nominations received from ILDS Members who have not paid their 2025 membership fees, may not be considered.
To submit your nomination or if you have any questions please contact [email protected]
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: Friday 17 April 2026
A call for contributions on the optimal formulation characteristics of therapeutic broad-spectrum sunscreen, received from the WHO.
In 2025, broad-spectrum sunscreen was added to the WHO Model Lists of Essential Medicines for skin cancer prevention in persons with albinism. However, formulation characteristics – such as active ingredients and their concentrations, optimal SPF, UVA and UVB protection and pharmaceutical forms – could not be defined at that time. Defining these formulation characteristics in the Essential Medicines List (EML) is important to support countries in selecting optimal sunscreen formulations for inclusion on national essential medicines lists and to guide public procurement.
To address this gap, the WHO has issued a call for contributions on the optimal formulation characteristics of therapeutic broad-spectrum sunscreen. Input received will inform a submission for consideration by the Expert Committee in 2027.
The objective is to ensure broad and inclusive outreach and to engage scientific and clinical experts; regulatory, public health, and industry actors; and community and civil society stakeholders with relevant expertise or lived experience.
Your expertise would be invaluable to this effort. Please feel free to circulate it within your network of individuals with relevant expertise.
Webinar: Skin-NTDs Across Borders: The Impact of Migration and Climate Change on Skin Health
The NTD NGO Network (NNN) Skin Cross-Cutting Group are pleased to invite you to register for a World NTD Day webinar entitled “Skin-NTDs Across Borders: The Impact of Migration and Climate Change on Skin Health” on 30 January 2026 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm GMT.
The webinar is hosted by the NNN Skin Cross-Cutting Group, in collaboration with the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) WHA Resolution Implementation (WHARI) Task Force, and is open to all with an interest in Skin NTDs and global skin health.
This webinar will bring together international experts to discuss the growing global relevance of skin-related neglected tropical diseases (Skin NTDs), including the impacts of migration and climate change. The programme will also reflect on the World Health Assembly resolution WHA78.15, “Skin Diseases as a Global Public Health Priority,” and its implications for integrated and people-centred care.
ISID NEWS
ISID Members Invited to the 83rd SID Annual Meeting
ISID members are invited to attend the 83rd Annual Meeting of the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID), taking place 13–16 May 2026 at the Hilton Chicago, USA.
The meeting will showcase cutting-edge basic, translational, and clinical research, with over 1,000 abstracts typically submitted and presentations selected through a blinded peer-review process. The program includes world-renowned speakers, networking opportunities, career and funding information, and travel grants for young investigators.
Abstract submissions are now open, and ISID members are eligible for a discounted registration rate.
For meeting details, abstract submission, and registration, visit sidnet.org/annualmeeting.
SPONSOR NEWS: LEO PHARMA
Applications Open: LEO Foundation SIC Summer School 2026
Applications are now open for the LEO Foundation Skin Immunology Consortium (SIC) Summer School 2026, an international training opportunity for emerging researchers in skin biology and immunology.
The Summer School will be held from 18–20 May 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is open to PhD students and postdoctoral researchers working in relevant fields. Applications close on 15 January 2026.
The theme for the 2026 program is Skin, Immunity and Homeostasis, with a strong focus on cutting-edge research and interactive discussion. The faculty includes an impressive international speaker lineup, including Professor Thomas Gebhardt (University of Melbourne) as an invited speaker.
Applicants are required to submit:
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An abstract (maximum 250 words)
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A short CV
All accepted participants will present a poster, and a selected number will also be invited to give a short oral presentation during the program.
Further information and registration details are available via the SIC Summer School website:
Apply for the LEO Foundation Awards. A boost to young talents
The LEO Foundation Awards – worth USD 100,000 – recognize outstanding young scientists from around the world whose work represents an extraordinary contribution to skin research and has the potential to pave the way for new and improved treatments for skin diseases.
The award was born out of the aim of advancing the understanding and treatment of skin diseases and strengthening the pipeline of excellent dermatology researchers. It recognizes promising young talents and hopefully provides a boost to their future careers.
KSID NEWS
2026 33rd KSID Annual Meeting X The 1st ISID-APAC
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Dates: 9-11 April 2026
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Venue: The Westin, Seoul Parnas, Korea
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Abstract Submission Deadline Extended:
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​Final: 05 January 2026
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Abstract Acceptance Notification: 23 January 2026
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Website: http://www.event-ksid.or.kr/
Early Registration by Saturday, 7 February, 2026 14 February 2026
Regular Registration by Saturday, 28 March, 2026
JSID NEWS
Japanese Society for Investigative Dermatology (JSID) - Abstract Submissions open
We are pleased to share, on behalf of the Japanese Society for Investigative Dermatology (JSID), that abstract submissions are now open for their upcoming 50th Annual Meeting, to be held 5–7 December 2025 in Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan.
Details for the JSID meeting are as follows:
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Dates: 5–7 December 2025
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Venue: Kofu Kinen Hotel, Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan
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Abstract Submission Deadline: Extended to 03 July 2025, 12 noon (JST)
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Website: https://jsid50.jda-conv.jp/En/index.html
We encourage anyone with an interest in presenting at an international dermatology research forum to consider submitting. For further details, please visit the website above or contact JSID directly.
ILDS NEWS
2026 GPEC Programme: Apply by 26 September
We’re thrilled to announce that applications are open for our 2026 Global Partnerships for Education and Care (GPEC) Programme! GPEC is a two-year funded programme where your dermatology institute can partner with another based anywhere in the world. The programme supports and enhances international collaboration and knowledge-sharing through education-based activities.
At a glance:
· 2-year funded partnership with another dermatology institution.
· US$10,000 grant per institution to support mutual goals.
· In-person visits and virtual information-sharing sessions.
· Access to the GPEC Knowledge Hub for digital resources
...and more!
Applications are now open until 26 September 2025. Build a lasting partnership and advance dermatology worldwide and apply for a place on the programme!
For further information click here
2026 DermLink Grant program now open for applications
About DermLink Grants
The DermLink Grants is an annual programme funded by the International Foundation for Dermatology (IFD), the humanitarian arm of the ILDS. The programme provides support for ILDS Member, Affiliated and Observer Societies ("ILDS Members") to undertake or support one-off projects and initiatives to improve the treatment of patients with skin disease in under-served parts of the world.
Through the DermLink Grant scheme, ILDS Members and member-supported applications can apply for funding of up to US$5,000 to undertake one-off projects and initiatives to improve the treatment of patients with skin disease in underserved parts of the world.
Our 2025 DermLink grant scheme was a huge success, which saw many high-quality applications received from a variety of projects around the world. We were delighted to be able to award 14 projects in the 2025 grant scheme, and you can find out more about the 2025 recipients here.
We now invite ILDS Members to submit their own or support other applications for consideration in the 2026 DermLink Grant programme.
Click here to submit your DermLink Grant 2026 application
The deadline for DermLink is Friday 3 October 2025.
GLODERM Alopecia Awareness Series this September
Join us for a day of live webinars (12:00–17:00 UTC) dedicated to enhancing global understanding of alopecia, in recognition of Alopecia Awareness Month. View the full programme on the YouTube playlist for details.
Webinar Topics:
· Basics of Alopecia: Types, causes, scalp biology and clinical overview.
· Diagnosis & Clinical Cases: Dermoscopy, trichoscopy and histopathology.
· Treatment Trends: Current therapies and future directions.
· Live Q&A Panel with international experts.
No registration required – join any webinar directly via YouTube once it goes live on 25 September.
Elevating Skin Health: Advancing the WHA Resolution on Skin Diseases
Following the historic news that the‘Skin Diseases as a Global Public Health Priority’ resolution was approved at the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA), we are thrilled to share the report from the important Side Event that took place during the meeting on 20 May 2025.
Co-hosted by the International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (GlobalSkin), International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS), Anesvad Foundation, and the Health Diplomacy Alliance, this important meeting entitled "Elevating Skin Health: Advancing the WHA Resolution on Skin Diseases" secured further support for the adoption of the Resolution.