[American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research](https://www.aadocr.org)

July 14, 2025 (Applications Open) | October 1, 2025 (Applications Close)

No monetary award; recipients receive a commemorative plaque and honorary membership.

Recognizes non-members who have made significant contributions or provided substantial support to dental research.

--- ## Description This opportunity recognizes distinguished individuals outside the AADOCR membership who have made outstanding contributions to, or provided substantial support for, dental research. The honorary membership, conferred annually, is symbolized by the presentation of a plaque at the AADOCR Annual Meeting. Honorees are selected for their impact on advancing dental, oral, or craniofacial research, whether through advocacy, leadership, or scientific achievement. The process and criteria are governed by the AADOCR Constitution and Bylaws, with strict adherence to professional and ethical standards. --- ## Due Dates - Applications Open: July 14, 2025 - Applications Close: October 1, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - There is no monetary award. - Recipients receive a commemorative plaque and honorary membership in AADOCR. --- ## Eligibility - **Nominees must be non-members** of AADOCR (current or past members are not eligible). - Candidates should be from fields outside dental, oral, or craniofacial science, but whose work has enabled advancement in these areas. - Honorary Membership cannot be awarded posthumously. - Nominees must demonstrate exemplary professional and ethical conduct; individuals with credible allegations of misconduct or unresolved ethical concerns are not eligible. - Nominations must be unanimously recommended by the three most recent living Past Presidents of AADOCR (not serving on the Board), and approved by the Council. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically submitted by AADOCR members or leadership, not by self-nomination. - The nomination should document the candidate’s significant contributions or support to dental research. - All nominators and nominees must comply with the [AADOCR Policy for Honors and Awards](https://www.aadocr.org/awards/policy-honors-and-awards), including required disclosures regarding professional conduct. - Final selection is made by the AADOCR Council based on the recommendation of the Past Presidents. --- ## Additional Information - Honorary Members receive all rights and privileges of regular membership, except they must pay for journal subscriptions if desired. - The list of past recipients includes prominent scientists, advocates, policymakers, and leaders whose work has had a significant impact on dental research. - The award is highly competitive and conferred at most once per year. --- ## External Links - [AADOCR Honorary Membership Award Page](https://www.aadocr.org/awards/aadocr-honorary-membership) - [AADOCR Constitution and Bylaws](https://www.aadocr.org/aadocr-constitution-and-bylaws) - [AADOCR Policy for Honors and Awards](https://www.aadocr.org/awards/policy-honors-and-awards) - [All AADOCR Awards](https://www.iadr.org/awards) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------|-----------------| | Beatrice Nguyen | Assistant Manager, Awards, Fellowships, & Grants | [awards@iadr.org](mailto:awards@iadr.org) | +1.703.548.0066 | | General Inquiries | AADOCR Contact Page | [Contact Form](https://www.aadocr.org/about/contact-us) | |

Honorary Membership - AADOCR

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