[International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research](https://www.iadr.org)

October 2026 (abstract submission deadline, projected)

$700 award to one winner; Certificate of Excellence for other finalists; annual competition

Recognizes outstanding research in Growth and Development and Craniofacial Orthopedics presented at the IADR General Annual Session & Exhibition.

--- ## Description This award honors excellence in research related to Growth and Development and Craniofacial Orthopedics, as demonstrated by abstracts, supplemental materials, and poster presentations at the IADR General Annual Session & Exhibition. The program aims to foster collaboration between clinicians and researchers, advancing innovations that expand the boundaries of orthopedic corrections in orthodontics, particularly through modifying or harnessing growth for improved clinical outcomes. The competition is open to researchers and clinicians at any career stage who are members of both IADR and the Orthodontic Research Group. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated abstract submission deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - One winner will receive a $700 cash prize and a Certificate of Recognition. - Remaining finalists receive a Certificate of Excellence. - Award is presented annually, with prize funds typically distributed 3–4 weeks after the IADR meeting. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be current members of both the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) and the Orthodontic Research Group (ORG). - Open to faculty, post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, dental residents, and dental students. - Previous winners of this award and current officers of the IADR Orthodontics Research Group are not eligible to apply (but may be listed as co-authors). - Abstracts must relate to Growth and Development and Craniofacial Orthopedics research. --- ## Application Process - Submit an abstract (≤300 words; headings: Introduction, Methods, Results, Conclusion) online to the Orthodontics Research Group via the IADR abstract submission portal by the deadline. - Select the Growth and Development Award in the Orthodontics Research Group option during submission. - Applicants may only apply to one Orthodontics Research Group competition per year; submitting to multiple will result in disqualification. - Finalists are selected from eligible abstracts accepted through regular IADR scientific review. - Finalists must present their research online to a judging panel prior to the IADR meeting (10-minute presentation + 5 minutes Q&A). - Attendance at the online judging session is mandatory for finalists. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented at the Orthodontic Research Group reception during the IADR General Session. - The judging criteria include innovation, clinical impact, research design quality, and clarity of presentation. - Both oral and poster abstracts are eligible. - The competition is held annually as part of the IADR General Session & Exhibition. --- ## External Links - [Award Program Page](https://www.iadr.org/awards/growth-and-development-research-award) - [IADR General Session & Exhibition Information](https://www.iadr.org/2026iags) - [IADR Membership Information](https://www.iadr.org/membership) - [IADR Abstract Submission Portal](https://www.iadr.org/2026iags/presentations) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |-----------------------|---------------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------|------------------------------------------| | Chinapa Sangsuwon | Award Coordinator | [info@orthodonticresearch.org](mailto:info@orthodonticresearch.org) | | | | IADR Member Services | General Inquiries | [memberservice@iadr.org](mailto:memberservice@iadr.org) | +1.703.548.0066 | [Contact Form](https://www.iadr.org/about/contact-us) |

Growth and Development Research Award

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