This grant funds research and mentorship for early career dental, oral, and craniofacial scientists through structured guidance from mid-career faculty.
Funder: International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 award to mentor/mentee institution for stipend, research costs, and travel; awarded annually
Summary: Supports mentorship and research development for early career dental and craniofacial scientists through a mid-career faculty mentor.
Key Information: Mentor and mentee must be IADR members; attendance at IADR General Session & Exhibition is expected for awardees.
This grant honors Dr. Dianne Rekow’s legacy by supporting impactful mentor-mentee collaborations in dental, oral, and craniofacial sciences. The award is designed to foster research and professional development for early career researchers (graduate students, PhD candidates, or postdoctoral fellows) through structured mentorship by mid-career faculty. Managed by the International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research (IADR) and the Women in Science Network (WISN), the program provides funding to support the mentee’s research, professional growth, and attendance at the IADR General Session & Exhibition.