The Patty & Paul Levi Research Award supports early-career dental students and residents in conducting innovative research to advance knowledge in periodontology.
Funder: American Academy of Periodontology Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per award; two awards annually (one predoctoral student, one resident)
Summary: Supports early research engagement for predoctoral dental students and periodontal residents to advance academic development and innovation in periodontology.
Key Information: No indirect costs allowed; immediate family of board or selection committee ineligible.
The Patty & Paul Levi Research Award is intended to foster early research involvement among predoctoral dental students and periodontal residents. The award supports recipients in conducting research activities or advancing their academic development in periodontology, with two awards given annually: one to a predoctoral student mentored by a periodontal faculty member at a dental school with a postdoctoral periodontal program, and one to a periodontal resident. The program aims to encourage innovative research and scholarly growth in the field.