This grant honors original research advancing clinical therapies in periodontal regeneration for natural teeth or dental implants, recognizing innovation and significant contributions in periodontics.
Funder: American Academy of Periodontology Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 one-time award
Summary: Recognizes excellence in original research advancing clinical therapies in periodontal regeneration for natural teeth or dental implants.
Key Information: Applicants must be residents or recent graduates in periodontics with a published or accepted manuscript.
This award honors outstanding original research that advances clinical therapies in periodontal regeneration, with a focus on hard or soft tissue regeneration supporting therapies for natural dentition or dental implants. Established in honor of Dr. James T. Mellonig, the award aims to foster innovation and recognize significant contributions to the field of periodontics. The program is administered by the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation and is intended for residents or recent graduates in the specialty of periodontics who have completed and published (or have had accepted for publication) original research in this area.