IADR STAR Network Fellowship
The IADR STAR Network Fellowship offers early-career dental researchers hands-on lab experience and networking at the IADR General Session to advance research skills and collaboration.
Funder: International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 USD for travel and accommodations plus pre-paid meeting registration; supports up to 3 weeks at a host lab
Summary: Fellowship supports early-career researchers to attend the IADR General Session and gain hands-on research experience at a leading lab.
Key Information: Must be an IADR member and a current Ph.D. student or within five years post-Ph.D.
Description
The IADR STAR Network Fellowship is designed to foster the development of early-career researchers in dental, oral, and craniofacial science. The program provides recipients with the opportunity to attend the IADR General Session & Exhibition and participate in a research experience at a renowned laboratory, either immediately before or after the event. The fellowship aims to promote networking, enhance understanding of contemporary research environments, and facilitate the acquisition of innovative research techniques. Fellows are encouraged to develop collaborative research protocols and explore future funding opportunities. Recipients must submit a report on their experience, which may be published by IADR.
