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

September 1, 2026 (nomination submission deadline)

No monetary award; recipients receive a certificate presented at the IADR President’s Induction Ceremony.

Recognizes up to three IADR members annually for outstanding dedication and significant contributions to the IADR’s mission and community.

--- ## Description The IADR Presidential Citation is an annual honor that recognizes up to three members of the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and made significant contributions to the Association. Awardees are selected by the IADR President based on their sustained commitment, leadership, and service that furthers the IADR’s mission. The recognition consists of a certificate presented at the IADR President’s Induction Ceremony during the IADR General Session. --- ## Due Dates - September 1, 2026: IADR President submits nomination(s) to the IADR Chief Executive Officer (nomination submission deadline) --- ## Funding Amount - This is not a monetary award. - Recipients receive a certificate presented at the IADR President’s Induction Ceremony. --- ## Eligibility - Must be an IADR member for at least 5 years at the time of nomination. - Individual nominees must have volunteered on an IADR Committee and/or served as an officer of an IADR Scientific Research Group or Network. - Nominees are selected and submitted by the IADR President. - Both individual members and Corporate/Institutional Section members are eligible. - Exclusion criteria: - Current or recent (within 5 years) members/officers of the Board of Directors are ineligible. - IADR Global Headquarters staff are not eligible. - Past recipients of an IADR Presidential Citation are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are made by the IADR President and submitted to the IADR Chief Executive Officer by September 1 of the presidential year. - Required nomination materials: - Letter of Nomination (ideally one page, maximum two pages) outlining why the nominee should be considered. - Nominee’s Biosketch or CV (maximum five pages), including details of IADR membership and relevant service. - Nominations are reviewed and finalized for consideration at the December IADR Board meeting, where the full Board gives approval. - The award is presented at the IADR President’s Induction Ceremony during the IADR General Session. --- ## Additional Information - Typical examples of qualifying contributions include leadership roles, long-term organizational or corporate support, significant assistance with IADR events, and service exceeding standard volunteer commitments. - This recognition is intended to highlight exceptional impact within the IADR community rather than routine service. --- ## External Links - [IADR Presidential Citation Award Page](https://www.iadr.org/awards/iadr-presidential-citation) - [Funder Homepage (AADOCR)](https://www.aadocr.org) - [IADR Contact Page](https://www.aadocr.org/about/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------------|----------------------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------| | Beatrice Nguyen | Assistant Manager, Awards, Fellowships, & Grants | [awards@iadr.org](mailto:awards@iadr.org) | +1.703.548.0066 |

IADR Presidential Citation

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