Scientific Spotlights
The EADV Scientific Spotlights are a collection of expert insights and updates across various fields of dermatology and venereology.
Selected from our events, podcasts, and various academy activities, our Scientific Spotlights bring you the latest developments and in-depth discussions led by renowned specialists in dermatovenereology.


EADV Podcast ep. 146 – Immunology of the skin: the next frontier in personalised dermatology
In this episode of the EADV Podcast, host Prof. Carle Paul welcomes Prof. Michel Gilliet, Professor and Chairman of Dermatology at the University of Lausanne and Chair of the EADV Scientific Programming Committee. Together, they explore groundbreaking advancements in skin immunology, with a particular focus on personalised medicine for immune-mediated skin diseases.


Psoriasis linked to increased risk of vision-threatening eye disease, study finds
EADV Congress 2025 Press Release
New research presented at the EADV Congress 2025 reveals that people with psoriasis face a significantly increased risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of
vision loss.


GLP-1RA drugs dramatically reduce death and cardiovascular risk in psoriasis patients
EADV Congress 2025 Press Release
Psoriasis patients treated with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) face a 78% lower risk of death and a 44% lower risk of major cardiovascular events compared to those taking other diabetes or weight-loss medications, new research has shown.


Beyond the surface: Atopic eczema linked to significantly higher risk of suicidal thoughts, major study finds
EADV Congress 2025 Press Release
A new international study presented at the EADV Congress 2025 reveals that adults with atopic eczema are significantly more likely to experience suicidal thoughts, with researchers uncovering the key factors driving this elevated risk.


EADV Podcast ep. 145 – Editor’s Picks September 2025
Join Professor Carle Paul presenting his selection of Editor’s Picks from the September 2025 issue of the Journal of the European Academy Dermatology and Venereology.


EADV Congress 2025 keynote lecture
Live like a sloth, think like an octopus
Lessons from nature’s greatest survivors
In this fascinating talk the best-selling author, broadcaster and zoologist Lucy Cooke exposes how unconscious bias has shaped our understanding of the natural world.
Think sloths are just lazy? Lucy explains how they are, in fact, icons of sustainability.


Bullous Diseases
Bullous Diseases: Diagnosis, Challenges & Advances
Join us for an insightful exploration into the world of bullous skin diseases, featuring expert-led presentations and real-world clinical insights.
Why to attend this session:
Enhance diagnostic accuracy, learn about rare and complex cases, get updated on the latest therapeutic approaches, network with fellow dermatologists and experts


EADV Podcast ep. 144 – Plastics in dermatology: environmental impact patient safety and the path to sustainable practice
In this insightful episode of the EADV Podcast, Prof. David de Berker is joined by Dr. Eugene Tan, an academic dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon based in New Zealand, to discuss the environmental and clinical impact of plastics in dermatology.


EADV Podcast ep. 143 – Editor’s Picks August 2025
Join Dr. Rolland Gyulai presenting his selection of Editor’s Picks from the August 2025 issue of the Journal of the European Academy Dermatology and Venereology.


Psoriasis
Recent advances in psoriasis treatment focus on personalized approaches, emphasizing early and aggressive intervention with IL-17/IL-23 inhibitors and novel small molecules to achieve long-term remission, though treatment resistance remains a clinical challenge.
Holistic care, including proactive management of cardiometabolic comorbidities and patient-centered treatment choices, is crucial for optimizing outcomes and reducing systemic inflammation’s long-term impact.


Dermoscopy for non-melanoma skin cancer
Hair and nail dermoscopy highlights the diagnostic value of dermoscopy in identifying inflammatory nail diseases like psoriasis and lichen planus, which show distinct patterns such as pitting, onycholysis, or dorsal pterygium and may require biopsy for confirmation. Dermoscopy is also essential in diagnosing non-melanoma skin cancers like BCC and SCC, as well as rarer malignancies such as adnexal carcinomas and cutaneous lymphomas, by revealing specific vascular and structural features that guide treatment decisions.


EADV Podcast ep. 142 – New Guidelines: Advancing Care in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
In this episode of the EADV Podcast, host Dr. Sarah Walsh sits down with Prof. Thrasivoulos Tzellos during the 2025 EADV Spring Symposium in Prague to discuss the latest European guidelines for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).


Psoriasis linked to increased risk of vision-threatening eye disease, study finds
EADV Congress 2025 Press Release
New research presented at the EADV Congress 2025 reveals that people with psoriasis face a significantly increased risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of
vision loss.


GLP-1RA drugs dramatically reduce death and cardiovascular risk in psoriasis patients
EADV Congress 2025 Press Release
Psoriasis patients treated with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) face a 78% lower risk of death and a 44% lower risk of major cardiovascular events compared to those taking other diabetes or weight-loss medications, new research has shown.


Beyond the surface: Atopic eczema linked to significantly higher risk of suicidal thoughts, major study finds
EADV Congress 2025 Press Release
A new international study presented at the EADV Congress 2025 reveals that adults with atopic eczema are significantly more likely to experience suicidal thoughts, with researchers uncovering the key factors driving this elevated risk.


EADV Congress 2025 keynote lecture
Live like a sloth, think like an octopus
Lessons from nature’s greatest survivors
In this fascinating talk the best-selling author, broadcaster and zoologist Lucy Cooke exposes how unconscious bias has shaped our understanding of the natural world.
Think sloths are just lazy? Lucy explains how they are, in fact, icons of sustainability.


Bullous Diseases
Bullous Diseases: Diagnosis, Challenges & Advances
Join us for an insightful exploration into the world of bullous skin diseases, featuring expert-led presentations and real-world clinical insights.
Why to attend this session:
Enhance diagnostic accuracy, learn about rare and complex cases, get updated on the latest therapeutic approaches, network with fellow dermatologists and experts


Psoriasis
Recent advances in psoriasis treatment focus on personalized approaches, emphasizing early and aggressive intervention with IL-17/IL-23 inhibitors and novel small molecules to achieve long-term remission, though treatment resistance remains a clinical challenge.
Holistic care, including proactive management of cardiometabolic comorbidities and patient-centered treatment choices, is crucial for optimizing outcomes and reducing systemic inflammation’s long-term impact.


Dermoscopy for non-melanoma skin cancer
Hair and nail dermoscopy highlights the diagnostic value of dermoscopy in identifying inflammatory nail diseases like psoriasis and lichen planus, which show distinct patterns such as pitting, onycholysis, or dorsal pterygium and may require biopsy for confirmation. Dermoscopy is also essential in diagnosing non-melanoma skin cancers like BCC and SCC, as well as rarer malignancies such as adnexal carcinomas and cutaneous lymphomas, by revealing specific vascular and structural features that guide treatment decisions.


Hair disorders: Management
This session explores two challenging types of alopecia: androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and neutrophilic scarring alopecias, including dissecting cellulitis (DC) and folliculitis decalvans (FD). Experts will review the latest in diagnosis, pathophysiology, and personalized treatment strategies, ranging from established therapies to emerging options across pediatric and adult patients.


Skin microbiome: its role in acne and hidradenitis suppurativa
In this presentation, we explore how skin microbiome dysbiosis contributes to acne and hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Acne involves C. acnes phylotype IA1 dominance and S. epidermidis imbalance, while HS is linked to biofilm-related inflammation. We also highlight emerging microbiome-based therapies and personalized skincare approaches.


Nail disorders
This presentation reviews topical, intralesional, systemic, biologic and small molecules treatments, outlining indications based on the site and severity of nail involvement.


Genodermatoses
Skin, hair, and nails reveal systemic diseases. This session covers hair and nail signs in lupus, cancer, and cardiovascular issues. Hair loss patterns may indicate SLE or malignancies, while nail changes like clubbing or Beau’s lines signal systemic illness. Early recognition aids diagnosis and treatment. Another session focuses on nail dystrophy, stressing accurate diagnosis for effective care.


Hair and nail disorders
Skin, hair, and nails reveal systemic diseases. This session covers hair and nail signs in lupus, cancer, and cardiovascular issues. Hair loss patterns may indicate SLE or malignancies, while nail changes like clubbing or Beau’s lines signal systemic illness. Early recognition aids diagnosis and treatment. Another session focuses on nail dystrophy, stressing accurate diagnosis for effective care.
Recently published EADV Podcast


EADV Podcast ep. 146 – Immunology of the skin: the next frontier in personalised dermatology
In this episode of the EADV Podcast, host Prof. Carle Paul welcomes Prof. Michel Gilliet, Professor and Chairman of Dermatology at the University of Lausanne and Chair of the EADV Scientific Programming Committee. Together, they explore groundbreaking advancements in skin immunology, with a particular focus on personalised medicine for immune-mediated


EADV Podcast ep. 145 – Editor’s Picks September 2025
Join Professor Carle Paul presenting his selection of Editor’s Picks from the September 2025 issue of the Journal of the European Academy Dermatology and Venereology.


EADV Podcast ep. 144 – Plastics in dermatology: environmental impact patient safety and the path to sustainable practice
In this insightful episode of the EADV Podcast, Prof. David de Berker is joined by Dr. Eugene Tan, an academic dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon based in New Zealand, to discuss the environmental and clinical impact of plastics in dermatology.


EADV Podcast ep. 143 – Editor’s Picks August 2025
Join Dr. Rolland Gyulai presenting his selection of Editor’s Picks from the August 2025 issue of the Journal of the European Academy Dermatology and Venereology.


EADV Podcast ep. 142 – New Guidelines: Advancing Care in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
In this episode of the EADV Podcast, host Dr. Sarah Walsh sits down with Prof. Thrasivoulos Tzellos during the 2025 EADV Spring Symposium in Prague to discuss the latest European guidelines for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).


EADV Podcast ep. 141 – Editor’s Picks July 2025
Join Dr. Sarah Walsh presenting her selection of Editor’s Picks from the June 2025 issue of the Journal of the Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.


EADV Podcast ep. 140 – Advocacy in Action: EADV’s fight against Sunbed-related Skin Cancer
Dr. Tiago Matos and Prof. Myrto Trakatelli reflect on the recent EADV advocacy event at the European Parliament focused on the health risks of sunbed use.


EADV Podcast ep. 139 – Editor’s Picks June 2025
Join Dr. Sarah Walsh presenting her selection of Editor’s Picks from the June 2025 issue of the Journal of the Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.


EADV Podcast ep. 138 – Beyond the diagnosis: Prognostic Insights in Melanoma
Dr. Sarah Walsh, Dr. Marisa Taylor and Dr. Dami Jagun emphasise the need for better representation, specifically in Clinical Trials and improved training to ensure equitable care for all skin types.


EADV Podcast ep. 137 – Editor’s Picks May 2025
Join Prof. Carle Paul presenting his selection of Editor’s Picks from the April 2025 issue of the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.


EADV Podcast ep. 136 – Reporting ethnicity in Clinical Trials: Advancing ethnic dermatology education
Dr. Sarah Walsh, Dr. Marisa Taylor and Dr. Dami Jagun emphasise the need for better representation, specifically in Clinical Trials and improved training to ensure equitable care for all skin types.


EADV Podcast ep. 135 – Editor’s Picks April 2025
Join Prof. Carle Paul presenting his Editor’s Picks of March 2025 of the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.
Recently published EADV Guidelines
The 2024 European guideline on the management of epididymo-orchitis
Kim Papp et al.
JEADV Volume 39, issue 7, July 2025
Systemic Treatment of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Induced Psoriasis: Inference-Based Guidance
Kim Papp et al.
JEADV Volume 39, issue 7, July 2025
European Guideline (EuroGuiDerm) on atopic eczema: Living update
A. Wollenberg et al.
JEADV Volume 39, Issue 5, May 2025
Management of folliculitis decalvans: The EADV task force on hair diseases position statement
A. Waśkiel-Burnat et al.
JEADV Volume 39, Issue 4, April 2025
EuroGuiderm guideline on lichen sclerosus – Treatment of lichen sclerosus
G. Kirtschig et al.
JEADV Volume 38, Issue 10, October 2024
EuroGuiderm guideline on lichen sclerosus – introduction into lichen sclerosus
G. Kirtschig et al.
JEADV Volume 38, Issue 10, October 2024
European consensus-based interdisciplinary guideline for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of actinic keratoses, epithelial UV-induced dysplasia and field cancerization
Lidija Kandolf et al.
JEADV Volume 38, Issue 6, June 2024
S2k guidelines on diagnosis and treatment of linear IgA dermatosis initiated by the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
Frédéric Caux, Aikaterini Patsatsi et al.
JEADV Volume 38, Issue 6, June 2024
Recently published EADV Position Statements


Alert on a false health claim: There are no authorised cerebral effects of cosmetics
Press Release from EADV’s Psychodermatology Task Force
Some cosmetic providers claim that the application of their cosmetic products to the skin can have direct effects on the nervous system and brain.
Read the full position statement


Position statement on latest study regarding benzene in Acne products
Press Release from EADV’s Acne, Rosacea and Hidradenitis Suppurativa Task Force
Benzene, a highly volatile chemical, poses significant health risks, classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC. Exposure occurs through various sources, including industrial emissions, tobacco smoke, and contaminated cosmetics. Recent findings of benzene in anti-acne products raise concerns,