Psoriasis Association awarded funding to support early career researchers

A Northampton-based charity has been announced today as one of 89 charities set to receive ‘vital’ early career research funding from The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) in partnership with the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC).

The Psoriasis Association has been selected as part of a scheme awarding £37 million in funding to medical research charities to support early career researchers. It will help medical research charities continue to play a vital role in igniting research careers, building research capacity and sustaining the talent pipeline.

Melinda Spencer, Research Manager at The Psoriasis Association, said:

“We are thrilled to receive this funding to support early career researchers. It is essential that we invest in and nurture psoriasis researchers at the beginning of their careers, as our 2025–2030 research strategy is dedicated to accelerating innovative research that delivers meaningful improvements in people’s lives.”

Professor Lucy Chappell, Chief Scientific Adviser at the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and Chief Executive Officer of the NIHR, added:

“This year, NIHR is celebrating 20 years of investing in research and the development of our research workforce. Our partnerships with medical research charities have been integral to this from the start. Working together we have built research expertise and empowered experts to tackle the biggest challenges in health and care, ensuring that breakthroughs in key areas continue to reach the people who need them most.

“Through this £37 million investment, we will support hundreds of early-career researchers across England, creating our research leaders of the future."

This announcement comes ahead of The Psoriasis Association’s Annual Conference, taking place in Manchester next week. The one-day event will bring together leading researchers, healthcare professionals and people living with psoriasis to explore the latest breakthroughs and future solutions for the condition.

Speakers from UK universities, global research institutions and the patient community will share the latest developments in treatment, research and patient support. The event is open to everyone with an interest in psoriasis, including people living with the condition, healthcare professionals, academics and dermatology specialists.

The conference aims to inspire collaboration, share the latest research and offer hope to the millions affected by psoriasis across the UK. Places are still available to book on the Psoriasis Association website. Tickets are £15 for members and guests, and £25 for non-members and healthcare professionals.