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2026 Meeting Dates

May 15, 2026 – AHRS Meeting at SID Annual Meeting

AHRS Meeting at SID Annual Meeting

Scientific Meeting & Annual General Meeting
Friday, May 15, 2026 • 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hotel: Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
Meeting Room: Marquette, 3rd Floor
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Program:
Reception during poster viewing, then oral presentations.

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Registration Fees:
$0 for AHRS Members
$0 for SID Annual Meeting Registrants
$25 for non-members

Corporate Supporters:
The AHRS gratefully acknowledges the following corporate supporters of the meeting.

Independent medical educational grant from Pfizer, Inc.

May 19, 2026 – RADLA / AHRS Session

May 28-31, 2026 – 14th World Congress for Hair Research

14th World Congress for Hair Research
May 28-31, 2026
COEX
Seoul, Korea

With the guiding principle of "Awakening the Soul of Hair Science," the 14th World Congress for Hair Research (WCHR 2026) stands poised to serve as a pivotal forum for the exchange of ideas and the exploration of strategies aimed at addressing contemporary challenges in the realm of hair research. Distinguished experts from around the globe will be invited to share their insights as keynote speakers at the congress.

Moreover, WCHR 2026 presents a unique opportunity to delve into the outcomes of recent clinical trials and experimental studies. We are confident that the congress will provide an invaluable platform for all participants to expand their professional horizons by staying abreast of the latest advancements and discoveries in hair research.

The Organizing Committee of WCHR 2026 is diligently preparing to host a highly successful and engaging event, anticipating a larger and more diverse attendance than ever before. We invite you to contribute your expertise and wisdom, fostering collaboration and camaraderie among peers from across the world. Amidst a rich tapestry of cultural and social activities, we trust that your participation will enrich this significant congress.

We eagerly anticipate your presence in the vibrant heart of Seoul, Korea, in May 2026. Your attendance at WCHR 2026 would be a tremendous honor, and we extend our warmest invitation for you to join us.

June 22, 2026 – AHRS Journal Club

October 27, 2026 – CILAD / AHRS Session

November 2026 – AHRS Scientific Live Webinar

AHRS Scientific Live Webinar (Skin Deep: Stem Cells at the Nexus of the Niche, Physiology, and the External Environment)
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9:00am-10:30am CDT (Chicago Time)
Via Zoom

Program:
This engaging webinar highlights how stem cells integrate signals from their local niche, systemic physiology, and environmental exposures to regulate hair biology. By offering a fresh perspective on how the skin and hair respond to everyday influences—including stress and environmental exposures—Dr. Hsu brings novel basic science concepts to life in a way that directly connects to clinical observations such as hair thinning and graying. This session will provide dermatologists with new insights into familiar conditions and future therapeutic directions.

Speaker:
Ya-Chieh Hsu

Registration:
Registration is required. The registration fee is $0 for Members and $50 for Non-Members* and Guests.
*Non-Members may wish to join the Society and then receive the $0 member registration rate.

For the membership application there is a $150 application fee for the regular Active Member that then becomes the first-year dues. For the Trainee Member, there is a $0 application fee and $0 annual dues.

Corporate Supporters:
The AHRS gratefully acknowledges the following corporate supporters of the meeting:

2027 Meeting Dates

March 19, 2027 – AHRS at AAD

May 14, 2027 - AHRS at SID

An archive of past AHRS meetings is available here

National and International Hair-related Meetings

Society & International Meetings: The American Hair Research Society (AHRS) meets twice yearly at the annual meetings of the American Academy of Dermatology and the Society for Investigative Dermatology. Beginning in 2018, the AHRS added to its schedule to meet annually in Central or South America at CILAD, RADLA, or similar. The AHRS also holds an ancillary meeting at the time of the World Congress of Dermatology.

At the AHRS meeting associated with the AAD, one or two keynote speakers present their work on hair-associated topics at the annual luncheon, traditionally held on Fridays from noon-2 pm. This is a time to meet with colleagues and exchange ideas for future collaboration, especially in the clinical research realm.

At the AHRS annual meeting associated with the SID, generally held on Friday evening, a keynote speaker will give a lecture and individual short presentations will be given as well, primarily by AHRS members. This meeting will emphasize cutting edge research on basic hair biology and on hair and scalp disorders and provide a forum for an active exchange of ideas. The goal of this meeting is to provide a relatively informal setting for presentation of data and exchange of ideas. This meeting is also where official AHRS business takes place including election of officers and Board members.

The AHRS also interfaces with other international hair research societies (e.g., European, Australasian, Korean, and Japanese) and organizes the World Congress for Hair Research every several years on a rotating basis. This is the largest and most respected hair research meeting in the scientific community, with proceedings subsequently published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology.

More information on the World Congress for Hair Research can be found here.