John Greenspan Global Oral Health Research Award
The John Greenspan Global Oral Health Research Award honors outstanding research that advances global oral health and reduces inequalities, presented by the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research.
Funder: American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates: September 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $3,500 cash prize plus commemorative plaque; awarded annually
Summary: Recognizes significant scientific contributions to advancing global oral health, especially in reducing inequalities.
Key Information: Only IADR members may be nominated; self-nominations accepted; nominations considered for up to 5 years.
Description
This award recognizes outstanding scientific contributions to global oral health research, honoring work that addresses inequalities, examines social determinants, compares health systems internationally, and advances broad solutions to improve oral health worldwide. Named after Dr. John Greenspan, a leader in reducing oral health disparities, the prize highlights research that is translational, transformational, trans-disciplinary, and impactful in reducing global oral health inequalities. The award is one of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) Distinguished Scientist Awards, among the most prestigious honors in the field.
