IADR INfORM Samuel F Dworkin Predoctoral and Barry J Sessle Postdoctoral Awards
This grant honors early career researchers for outstanding clinical or translational research advancing diagnosis, management, or methodology in orofacial pain and related disorders.
Funder: International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates: January 25, 2027 (application documents due) | January 26, 2027 (IADR General Session abstract submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $500 (Predoctoral Award) | $1,000 (Postdoctoral Award); one-time cash prize plus certificate
Summary: Recognizes early career clinical researchers for outstanding clinical or translational research in orofacial pain and related disorders.
Description
These awards, presented by the International Network for Orofacial Pain and Related Disorders Methodology (INfORM) in partnership with Quintessence Publishing and the Journal of Oral & Facial Pain and Headache, honor early career researchers for original, unpublished clinical or translational research in orofacial pain and related conditions. The awards emphasize projects that address diagnostic criteria, management guidelines, methodological advances, or translational gaps in moving research into practice. Winners are selected based on clarity, scientific strength, relevance, innovation, and potential impact, with the awards presented at the IADR General Session & Exhibition.
