Below are the details of alopecia research projects currently recruiting participants, by researchers that have contacted us. The studies listed here have been approved by research ethics committees and are checked by AUK prior to being listed here. So if you decide to take part in one of these studies, you know that you'll be helping improve the lives of people living with alopecia.
An online study which aims to understand better the link between alopecia areata and psychological and emotional distress, and the impact this condition has on people's lives. Read more
The Alopecia Biobank is collecting samples of blood, skin swabs, skin biopsies and stool from volunteers with AA, AT and AU, to investigate how immune cells cause hair loss. Read more
Research project aiming to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences and coping strategies of black women with skin conditions Read more
Research study on the experiences of young people aged 13-18 who pull hair from anywhere on their body, in a way that feels difficult to control Read more
A survey for anyone aged 15-24 years who self-identifies as being part of an LGBTQIA+ community, as well as having a visible difference. Read more
Researchers have developed a toolkit for parents or carers of children with alopecia, they are now looking for people to use it and share their experiences through surveys and optional interviews. Read more
Researchers from Harvard University in the US are looking for parents of children with alopecia areata to take part in a research study in decision making on treatments Read more
A physician-entered patient registry, “SECURE-Alopecia”, designed to record COVID-19 positive alopecia patient outcomes. Read more