IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards - International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
The IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards recognize outstanding research achievements that have significantly advanced dental, oral, and craniofacial sciences across multiple disciplines.
Funder: International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Final nomination submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,500 cash prize plus commemorative plaque; one-time award per recipient.
Summary: Prestigious awards recognizing outstanding research achievements and leadership in dental, oral, and craniofacial sciences across multiple disciplines.
Key Information: Only IADR members are eligible; self-nominations permitted; one nomination may be considered for five years.
Description
The IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards are among the highest honors in dental, oral, and craniofacial research, celebrating significant and original scientific contributions that have advanced knowledge and impacted global oral health. These annual awards span diverse fields, including biological mineralization, behavioral science, craniofacial biology, geriatric oral research, global oral health, epidemiology, anatomic sciences, oral medicine and pathology, pharmacology, pulp biology, oral biology, periodontal disease, prosthodontics and implants, salivary research, dental caries, dental materials, and young investigator research. Awardees are selected by expert committees composed of prior recipients and leaders in the field.
