Dermatology About Us Message from the Chair Contact Us Clinical Expertise Education & Training MD Student Clerkships Dermatology Residency Program Dermatology Fellowship Program Continuing Education Faculty Research Research Home Research Research: Clinical Departments Dermatology: Home Dermatology: Research Unveiling the Secrets of Skin Health The Department of Dermatology collaborates with a university-wide Skin Science Program under the umbrella of UCI Skin. This program brings together teams of scientists and clinicians who are jointly working to understand skin biology and apply scientific discoveries to improve patient care. Our overarching goal is to train future leaders in clinical care and skin disease research and develop new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat skin conditions. Skin diseases affect a significant portion of the population – a quarter of the general population and half of all people over 65 require treatment for at least one skin condition. The prevalence of skin disease is even higher than that of cardiovascular disease, diabetes or end-stage renal disease, and it has a significant effect on society. UCI at the Forefront of Skin Research UCI boasts a thriving community of accomplished skin researchers who have significantly contributed to our understanding of skin biology. This research excellence has propelled UCI to national prominence in the field. UCI Skin: A Hub for Collaboration & Discovery A key driver of this leadership is UCI Skin, one of only six National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded Skin Disease Research Core Centers. THis prestigious Center serves as a hub for collaboration, uniting scientists across campus from medicine, biology, mathematics, computer science and engineering in their quest to unravel the mysteries of skin biology and disease. Fostering the Next Generation of Leaders Department faculty and trainees have received crucial support through grants from UCI Skin. UCI Skin also houses an NIH-funded training grant dedicated to educating the next generation of physician-scientist leaders in dermatology. This program has provided valuable support to our dermatology residents, with many faculty members playing key roles as core faculty. Translational Research Powerhouse UCI Dermatology is nationally recognized for its groundbreaking research across several key areas. Our expertise spans clinical trials in alopecia and vitiligo, advancements in light-based imaging and treatment technologies, and the study and development of treatments for inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis. This success is fueled by two key strengths: the robust funding record of our skin researchers and the extensive clinical trial experience of our dermatologists. This powerful combination creates a springboard for continued growth in translational research, which bridges the gap between scientific discoveries and real-world applications to benefit patients.