CeraVe Canada establishes research grant for advanced mfg. purposes
by CM Staff
This inaugural research grant in skin of colour dermatology is a crucial step in supporting new business units.
From left to right: Dr. Gordon Searles (former CDF President) and Dr. Tashmeeta Ahad (CNW Group/CeraVe Canada)
MONTREAL — In partnership with the Canadian Dermatology Foundation (CDF), the dermatologist-developed skincare brand CeraVe announces the first-ever recipient of the Dr. Mercy Alexis Research Grant in Skin of Color Dermatology. It is granted to a dermatologist investigator with a research project aimed to improve dermatological care for patients across the skin spectrum and advance CeraVe’s business.
The grant has been awarded to Dr. Tashmeeta Ahad, a clinical instructor and director of translational photomedicine research at The University of British Columbia (UBC) Department of Dermatology and Skin Science, for her project on “Longitudinal non-invasive optical biopsy of keratinocyte cancers to monitor efficacy and response to treatment.”
This inaugural research grant in skin of colour dermatology is a crucial step in supporting new business units.
“At CeraVe, we firmly believe in research that pushes the boundaries of science to help Canadian doctors provide care for all,” said Julie Horil, General Manager at CeraVe Canada. “This landmark partnership with the CDF honours our commitment to addressing need gaps in dermatological care to improve quality of life for a diverse patient population.”
This initiative celebrates the life and memory of Canada’s first Black female dermatologist, Dr. Mercy Akuffo Alexis. Growing up in Ghana and later in the U.K. and the Netherlands, Dr. Alexis practiced dermatology in Toronto for more than four decades and was recognized by her peers as a visionary in her field.
“My mother was a trailblazer and a true inspiration to me,” said Dr. Alexis. “I am deeply touched that she is being honoured in such a way and that her mission of inclusivity can live on through this research grant.”
“On behalf of all at CDF, thank you to CeraVe for their generous support of dermatology research in Canada. I look forward to witnessing the beginning of this historic grant,” said Dr. Youwhen Zhou, President of the Canadian Dermatology Foundation.
