Deadline: 14 June 2013
Leo Pharma Research Foundation Awards 2013 in association with the European Society for Dermatological Research.

Applications are invited from exceptional young scientists (PhD/MD) below the age of 40 who have shown outstanding potential to become prominent contributors to the field of dermatological research in the near future. It is expected that successful candidates will have a strong publication record, be a young independent investigator and have a clear vision for the direction of their future research. Previous recipients of the awards can be viewed at: http://www.leo-pharma.com/Home/LEO-Pharma/LEO-Pharma-Research-Foundation/Award-recipients.aspx

Two prizes will be awarded: a Gold prize of ~1,000,000 DKK (~130,000 euros) and a silver prize of ~500,000 DKK (~65,000 Euros). The awards may be used for one or more projects within the prize winner’s area of research and at the prize winner’s discretion. The prize winner shall account for the spending of the money to the LPRF and ESDR. The prizes will be awarded in Copenhagen in November 2013 and the awardees will be required to attend the award ceremony.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 14 June 2013

Submission Details

1. Entry Criteria
• You are a young independent scientist (PhD/MD) who has shown outstanding potential to become a prominent contributor to the field of dermatological research in the near future.
2. Eligibility
• Applicants should be residents of a European country, living in Europe and aged up to 40 years*
• Applicants should have either already established themselves through independent research, or have been appointed to an independent position
*In exceptional circumstances older candidates will be considered
3. Process
• The closing date for entries is 14 June 2013
• Entries should be accompanied by the completed application form (Word document) together with a letter of support from a senior researcher in the field. Incomplete or late entries will not be considered
• Please send one PDF or Word copy of this application form, your CV and nomination letter addressed to Thomas Florestan, European Society for Dermatological Research, 7 Rue Cingria, CH-1205 Geneva, Switzerland by email to thomas [at]esdr [dot] org
• Entries will be reviewed by nominated members of the ESDR Scientific Committee and a final decision made by the The Leo Pharma Research Foundation
• The award will be decided in July and announced in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
• The awards will be made in Copenhagen in November 2013 and successful candidates will be required to attend the award ceremony

Deadline for Applications: 15 April 2013. The fourth EADV/ESDR Summer Research Workshop on “Mouse models in skin research” is scheduled to take place Monday 22 July – Friday 26 July 2013 in Cologne, Germany. This is an exciting joint venture between the ESDR and EADV to support research and education across European dermatology.

The course is primarily aimed at dermatological residents/trainees who have an interest in research but who have not yet undertaken a substantial block of research. This years’ course has an emphasis on mouse models, molecular biology and cloning but covers many general laboratory techniques.  The programme has been designed to offer real “hands-on” experience of techniques complemented by seminars explaining the theoretical basis about specific techniques, as well as state of the art lectures.  The course also includes either a journal club or research presentations held by the participants.

The course is free of charge and includes educational material, certificate of attendance, free accommodation, catering and a social event (dinner).

If interested, please apply as soon as possible. Likewise, we encourage you to circulate this information to fellow residents/trainees in your department (http://www.eadv.org/fostering-courses/current-residents-courses/2013-eadvesdr-summer-course/)

In applying, you are asked to write a paragraph indicating why you wish to attend, provide a short CV, a letter of recommendation written by the chair of department and a title for a research or journal club presentation.  As the number of places is limited to 25, participants will be selected primarily on the basis of their application but we will also aim to provide a balanced distribution across different regions.

The deadline for receipt of applications is 15 April 2013 and we aim to let you know as soon as possible whether your application has been successful.

JOINING THE ESDR

By joining the ESDR you help support the administration of the society, the organisation of annual scientific meetings and educational programs. Your membership also contributes to the provision of funding for travel grants and intersociety collegiality awards.

Requirements for Joining ESDR

Applications are taken throughout the year from individuals working in the dermatology area. Several membership categories are available from Student/Resident to Standard and Patron Memberships. Members of the JSID or SID can benefit from reduced annual meeting fees by joining the ESDR as "Joint Members".

Each membership application must be supported by two existing ESDR members. If you do not know other members, the membership committee of the ESDR will review and support your application if it is eligible.

Membership Benefits

Members receive the following as part of their yearly membership fees:

• Personal copy of Journal of Investigative Dermatology and access to online version through ESDR website
• Heavily discounted registration rates at annual ESDR meetings
• Right to apply for travel grants and collegiality awards
• Newsletters and e-news

How to Apply

Send an email to office [at] esdr.org indicating your interest in applying for membership. You will be contacted for more details.

The 2012 ESDR Academy for Future Leaders in Dermatology was held in Barcelona, Spain from 25-27 October 2012.

The 2012 Academy was generously supported through educational grants from Abbott, Abbott Germany and Celgene.

PROGRAM

The ESDR Academy for Future Leaders in Dermatology is an annual educational event that was launched in 2011. It brings together highly gifted young scientists and renowned senior scientists from dermatological departments all over Europe for a 2.5 day meeting. Applicants are invited to apply to join the Academy by 1 March of the year in which the Academy is held. Applications are reviewed on scientific merit by the ESDR Scientific Program Committee. ESDR committees are also responsible for inviting senior faculty.

All attendees give oral presentations and poster presentations of their work and there are lectures by senior scientists complementing these presentations.

The goal of this initiative is to encourage young gifted dermatologists to further pursue their academic careers through guidance and mentoring of established scientists in the field. Besides scientific sessions, there is a strong emphasis on encouraging young people to network and to exchange ideas.

ESDR is convinced that the Academy is a vital platform for developing European research networks and tomorrow's leaders in dermatology.

The ESDR is actively pursuing educational initiatives, both within the context of the annual meeting and through separate programs. Please click on the programs listed below for further information.

ESDR Academy for Future Leaders in Dermatology

EADV/ESDR Summer Research Workshop

8-11 May 2013. International Investigative Dermatology 2013 (IID 2013) is the five-yearly scientific meeting of the European Society for Dermatological Research, Society for Investigative Dermatology and Japanese Society for Investigative Dermatology. The meeting will be held in Edinburgh, Scotland from 8-13 May 2013. A number of pre- and post-satellite meetings have been arranged. We expect 2000 delegates in Edinburgh and the meeting will combine prestigious guest lectures, plenary and concurrent sessions, sponsored symposia, poster presentations, a rich educational program and more. On the social side, in addition to a welcome reception and social event, we have also arranged an international collegiality event for younger researchers. Note that none of the organising societies will hold their annual meetings in 2013 - the next ESDR-only meeting will take place in September 2014.

Website
http://www.iid2013.org

Registration for the meeting is open. Please book your accommodation early.

2012 ESDR Annual General Meeting of Members (AGM)
Venice, Italy

Friday 21 September 2012, 18.05-18.45

AGENDA

1. Opening (Tilo Biedermann)

2. Approval of the Minutes of the AGM in Barcelona 2011 (Tilo Biedermann)

3. President’s Report (Tilo Biedermann)

4. Secretary-Treasurer’s Report (Alexander Enk)

5. New ESDR Members (Alexander Enk)

6. Election of New Board Members  (Tilo Biedermann)

7. Appointment of Secretary-Treasuer and President-Elect (Tilo Biedermann)

8. JID Editor’s Report (Barbara Gilchrest)

9. Other Business and Closing

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held every year during the ESDR meeting. All ESDR members are welcome to attend for an update of important business from the last 12 months and elections of new officers as well as confirmation of new ESDR members.

MINUTES

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2011 ESDR Annual General Meeting of Members (AGM)
Barcelona, Spain

Friday 9 September 2011, 18.00-19.00

Minutes

1. Opening (Vincent Piguet)

Vincent Piguet welcomed ESDR members to the AGM.

2. Approval of the Minutes of the AGM in Helsinki 2010 (Vincent Piguet)

The AGM approved the minutes of the last AGM.

3. President’s Report (Vincent Piguet)

Vincent Piguet presented the members of the ESDR Board and active committees in 2011. Departing Board Members Eugene Healy, Antonio Costanzo and Philippe Musette were thanked for their contributions to the Board.

Vincent Piguet then showed that the number of society members continues to increase (currently 1098). He then informed the members that ESDR received 686 abstract submissions for the annual meeting and had attracted 1050 participants.

Vincent Piguet also reminded the members of the ESDR’s forthcoming annual meetings in 2012 and 2013. He concluded by informing members of two educational programs run by the ESDR – the Summer Research Workshop in conjunction with EADV and the ESDR Academy for Future Leaders in Dermatology.

4. Secretary-Treasurer’s Report (Alexander Enk)

Alexander Enk detailed the ESDR finances for the last financial year indicating that the Society had realized a positive result of approximately EUR 61,000.

The AGM approved the financial report.

Alexander Enk also described the ESDR office activities to the AGM.

5. New ESDR Members (Alexander Enk)

Vincent Piguet presented membership data. As of 9 September 2011, there are currently 1098 active ESDR members, which include 248 new members since the last AGM.

The AGM approved the new members.

6. Election of New Board Members  (Vincent Piguet)

Vincent Piguet asked the AGM to accept the nominations of the following members to the ESDR Board.

Jonathan Barker (London)
Matthias Schmuth (Innsbruck)

The AGM approved the nominations.

7. ESDR Executive (Vincent Piguet)

Vincent Piguet informed the members that Tilo Biedermann takes the ESDR Board presidency after the annual meeting and that Alexander Enk becomes President-Elect. Alexander Enk thanked Vincent Piguet for his excellent contribution as President.

8. JID Editor’s Report (Paul Bergstresser)

Paul Bergstresser announced the following to the AGM:

• Barbara Gilchrest will be the next Editor of the JID
• Impact factor rose to 6.27
• Year of the Mentor (2011)
• 75th Anniversary (2012)
• 36 Invited Reviews
• 2012 Volume will feature images from seminal JID  articles from past 25 years

9. Other Business and Closing

No other business.

Vincent Piguet closed the meeting at 18.50.