IADR E.W. Borrow Memorial Award
Forecasted
IADR E.W. Borrow Memorial Award supports researchers through recognition of work promoting children’s oral health, with priority given to research on preventing caries using fluoride in different formats.
Funder: American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Applications close, anticipated)
Funding Amounts: $3,500 monetary award and a plaque
Summary: Recognizes research promoting children’s oral health, with priority given to fluoride-based caries prevention.
Key Information: Nominees must be IADR members actively engaged in the relevant research area at nomination.
Description
The IADR E.W. Borrow Memorial Award recognizes and stimulates research in oral health promotion for children. Presented by the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) and sponsored by The Borrow Foundation, it has been awarded annually since 1992. Priority is given to preventing caries using fluoride in different formats.
The award considers basic research, applied clinical research, and clinical investigation. It recognizes the originality of researchers’ contributions, their record of achievement in oral health promotion, and the significance of their research for children’s oral health. The recipient receives a monetary award and a plaque, presented at the Opening Ceremonies of the IADR General Session & Exhibition.
