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

October 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$500 cash prize; recognition at the annual IADR meeting

Recognizes outstanding research in cariology, erosion, and related fields, with a focus on work presented at the IADR annual scientific meeting.

--- ## Description This award promotes and recognizes high-quality research in cariology, erosion, and related subjects, aiming to elevate the scientific contributions presented at the annual IADR scientific meeting. The selection process involves a rigorous two-step peer review of submitted abstracts, culminating in recognition and a monetary prize for the winning researcher(s). The presenting author of the awarded abstract is expected to attend the IADR meeting and participate in Cariology Research Group activities. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $500 cash award to the winning abstract's presenting author - Formal recognition at the annual IADR meeting --- ## Eligibility - Open to researchers submitting abstracts in the field of caries, erosion, or closely related subjects. - The abstract must be submitted for presentation at the annual IADR scientific meeting. - Applicants must select the Cariology Research Group (CRG) as the review group and indicate their wish to be considered for the award during abstract submission. - Abstracts authored by members of the CRG Executive Committee are not eligible. - The presenting author of the awarded abstract must attend the annual IADR meeting and related CRG activities. --- ## Application Process - Submit an abstract for the annual IADR scientific meeting, selecting CRG as the review group and opting in for award consideration. - Abstracts undergo an initial peer review by CRG Abstract Reviewers and Lead Reviewers. - Top-scoring abstracts are further evaluated by an Award Committee composed of CRG Executive Committee members. - Up to three abstracts may be selected for the award; the committee reserves the right not to grant an award if submissions do not meet standards. - Awardees are notified approximately two weeks before the CRG annual business meeting. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented during the IADR annual meeting. - Past recipients have been recognized from leading research institutions worldwide. - The CRG reserves the right not to give any awards if entries are insufficient or of inadequate quality. --- ## External Links - [Award Details and Application](https://www.iadr.org/awards/iadr-cariology-research-group-science-award) - [Annual IADR Meeting Information](https://www.iadr.org/2026iags) - [All IADR Awards](https://www.iadr.org/awards) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------|--------------|------------------------------------------|-----------------| | Dr. Aylin Baysan| Award Contact| [a.baysan@qmul.ac.uk](mailto:a.baysan@qmul.ac.uk) | | | IADR Membership | General | [memberservice@iadr.org](mailto:memberservice@iadr.org) | +1.703.548.0066 | ---

IADR Cariology Research Group Science Award - International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research

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