IADR American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Research Award
This award honors outstanding research advancing pediatric oral health, based on abstract submission and presentation at the IADR General Session.
Funder: International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates: January 26, 2027 (abstract/application deadline; coincides with IADR General Session abstract deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 cash prize plus award certificate; single-year, one-time award
Summary: Honors and promotes excellence in research advancing pediatric oral health, based on abstract and in-person presentation at the IADR General Session.
Key Information: Must be a member of IADR, the Pediatric Oral Health Research Group, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Description
This award, established by the Pediatric Oral Health Research Group of the International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research (IADR), recognizes and promotes excellence in research focused on the oral health of children and adolescents. The award is given based on the quality of research as demonstrated through abstract submission and an in-person oral or poster presentation at the IADR General Session & Exhibition. Finalists are selected by a judging panel, and the winner is announced at the Pediatric Oral Health Research Group business meeting or shortly after the conclusion of the General Session.
