[International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research](https://www.iadr.org)

December 2026 (Eligibility window closes for covers published in 2026)

No monetary award; recipient receives a framed cover presented at Opening Ceremonies.

Recognizes the most outstanding and visually impactful cover image published in the Journal of Dental Research in the previous calendar year.

--- ## Description This award honors the most impactful and visually striking cover image published in the Journal of Dental Research during the previous calendar year. The winning cover is selected by the Publications Committee based on both its aesthetic appeal and the scientific novelty of the image, with the goal of highlighting research that enhances the impact of the associated article. The recipient is recognized with a framed copy of the winning cover, presented during the Opening Ceremonies at the annual meeting. --- ## Due Dates - December 2026 (anticipated/projected): Eligibility window closes for covers published in the 2026 calendar year. *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - No direct monetary award. - The recipient receives a framed copy of the winning Journal of Dental Research cover, presented at the Opening Ceremonies. --- ## Eligibility - Covers must be published in the Journal of Dental Research during the 2026 calendar year to be eligible for the December 2026 award. - All covers published within the eligibility window are automatically considered; no separate application is required. - The award is based on: - Aesthetic appeal of the cover image. - Scientific novelty and its ability to enhance the impact of the associated article. --- ## Application Process - There is no application process—eligible covers are automatically reviewed by the Publications Committee. - The committee selects the winning cover based on established criteria. - The winner is announced and recognized during the Opening Ceremonies at the annual meeting. --- ## Additional Information - Past winners and further details can be found on the [award program page](https://www.iadr.org/awards/iadraadocr-journal-dental-research-cover-year). - The award is honorary and does not provide research funding or travel support. --- ## External Links - [Award program details](https://www.iadr.org/awards/iadraadocr-journal-dental-research-cover-year) - [International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research](https://www.iadr.org) - [Contact IADR](https://www.iadr.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 Member Service | General Inquiries | [memberservice@iadr.org](mailto:memberservice@iadr.org) | +1.703.548.0066 |

IADR/AADOCR Journal of Dental Research Cover of the Year, 2025

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