Funding Opportunities

Funding Opportunities

Supporting innovation, research and clinical excellence in dermatology

The European Dermatology Forum (EDF) is committed to advancing dermatological research, education and evidence-based clinical practice throughout Europe.

Our funding opportunities support clinicians and researchers at different stages of their careers by promoting scientific excellence, fostering collaboration and enabling the development of high-quality clinical resources.

Whether you are an early-career investigator, an experienced researcher or a clinical expert, EDF offers opportunities to contribute to the future of dermatology.

Open call

Current Opportunities

Günter Burg EDF Award for Educational Innovation

Recognizes individuals, teams or institutions whose educational initiatives strengthen undergraduate teaching in dermatology and venereology — celebrating innovation in knowledge transfer across Europe and beyond.

€1,000

Cash award

2 nights

Montreux travel included

Clinical Guideline Calls

The EDF Clinical Guideline Call invites clinicians and researchers to propose and lead the development of new European Clinical Practice Guidelines.

Successful proposals contribute to harmonised, evidence-based patient care across Europe and become part of the EuroGuiDerm guideline programme.

Support
Methodology & templates
Peer review
Guidelines Committee
Publication
EuroGuiDerm portal & app

Rolling & annual calls

Some opportunities close on a fixed date, others accept submissions year-round.

Why apply?

By participating in an EDF funding program, you can:

  • Advance dermatological research and innovation

  • Contribute to evidence-based European clinical practice

  • Collaborate with leading dermatology experts

  • Increase the visibility and impact of your work

  • Help shape the future of dermatological care across Europe

Our Mission

The European Dermatology Forum supports initiatives that improve patient care through scientific excellence, collaboration and the development of high-quality clinical standards.

We continuously seek new opportunities to invest in innovative ideas, outstanding researchers and projects that strengthen dermatology across Europe.