The Geriatric Oral Research Award recognizes outstanding research in geriatric oral health by the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research.
Funder: American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates: September 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $3,500 and commemorative plaque; one-time award
Summary: Recognizes outstanding research achievements in geriatric oral health, including basic, clinical, and epidemiological sciences.
The Geriatric Oral Research Award is one of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) Distinguished Scientist Awards, administered by the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR). It honors exceptional research accomplishments in the field of geriatric oral health, spanning basic, clinical, and epidemiological sciences, including health services and behavioral research. The award seeks to stimulate and recognize original investigations that advance understanding and care for the aging population. Recipients are selected based on the impact of their scientific contributions, peer-reviewed publications, and other scholarly activities.