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ISAD–OPENED × AAD Meeting

Save the date! March 30, 08:00 – 09:30 am Denver Time (MDT, UTC-6), via ZoomZürich time (CEST, UTC+2): 16:00 – 17:30Duration: 90 minutes Introduction The ISAD-OPENED Task Force will hold its first biannual meeting of 2026 during the AAD Congress in Denver, Colorado. Following a survey conducted among our members, this meeting will be held […]

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Joint ISAD × GADA Research Fellowship 2026

APPLY BEFORE APRIL FIRST! Are you an early-career dermatologist or researcher in epidemiology or public health? The ISAD-GADA Fellowship offers the chance to work with the Global Atopic Dermatitis Atlas (GADA) team, develop key research skills, and lead a small research project! The GADA team will provide state-of-the-art training in epidemiological research methodology, guiding fellows […]

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New Publication from ISAD Research Fellow Dr. Erere OTROFANOWEI with team Africa

We are pleased to highlight the latest research from Dr. Erere Otrofanowei, a recipient of the ISAD Research Fellowship. The new publication, titled “Accessibility And Affordability Of Emollients In The Management Of Atopic Dermatitis (AD) In Africa”, has been featured in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology (JID). Building on her fellowship work conducted at the […]

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ISAD–EAACI Collaboration

A New Chapter in International Partnership We are pleased to announce the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the International Society of Atopic Dermatitis (ISAD) and the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), formalizing a strengthened collaboration between our two societies. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to advancing excellence in patient care, education, and research […]

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African AD Guidelines e-Delphi Consensus Survey

You are invited! DEADLINE FRIDAY 6 FEBRUARY 2026 As a board- certified dermatologist practicing in an African country, you are invited to participate in a modified e-Delphi consensus process to support the development of the African Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema), led by the African Society of Dermatology […]

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Join the AD Masterminds: The Ultimate Team Challenge!

Are you under 30 and ready to prove your expertise in Atopic Dermatitis? The RAJKA-ISAD Symposium is calling all residents, fellows, and early-career practitioners (ECP) to step out of the clinic and into the arena. We are launching “The AD Masterminds”—a high-stakes, high-energy team tournament designed to crown the future leaders of AD care. 🧩 […]

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16th RAJKA-ISAD: Welcome to Beijing!

Motto: Science and Empathy in Atopic Dermatitis 17-19 October 2026, Beijing, China + New in 2026 for Early-Career Pros: All you need to know about AD Dear ISADers, We are proud and excited to welcome you in Beijing, China, to the 16th Georg RAJKA International Symposium on Atopic Dermatitis (ISAD), in 2026. Its motto “Science […]

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Young portrait of Georg Rajka

Apply to the 2026 RAJKA’s Medal

Dear colleagues, I remind you that you can yourself submit or encourage your younger colleagues who have already a career track oriented around Atopic Dermatitis to apply to the 2026 Rajka’s Medal kindly donated by Mrs Susanne RAJKA, PhD (Oslo). The deadline is July 1st, 2026. The 2026 Rajka Medal and 15.000 EUR Prize will […]

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Treat-to-Target in Atopic Dermatitis

Aligning Measurement with Patient Experience At the ISAD–WHO closed workshop held in Melbourne in October 2025, international experts and patient representatives explored how a Treat-to-Target (T2T) strategy could be meaningfully adapted to atopic dermatitis (AD). The meeting brought together dermatologists, pediatric dermatologists, allergists, rheumatologists, pulmonologists, pharmacists, global health experts, and patient advocates from Europe, Asia, […]

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