Peter Geistlich Research Awards
The Peter Geistlich Research Awards from Osteo Science Foundation fund innovative research in hard and soft tissue regeneration for oral and craniofacial surgery.
Funder: Osteo Science Foundation
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 (Pre-evaluation/short proposal) | May 1, 2027 (Full application, by invitation)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per year for 1–2 years (max $100,000 total, including up to 10% indirect costs)
Summary: Supports innovative research in hard and soft tissue regeneration within Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery.
Key Information: All proposals must include an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (≥10% effort) and be conducted in the US or Canada.
Description
The Peter Geistlich Research Awards, administered by the Osteo Science Foundation, are the foundation's flagship, highly competitive research grants. They support scientific and clinical research projects that advance the field of hard and soft tissue regeneration in Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery. The program seeks to fund innovative, clinically relevant research with the expectation that findings will contribute to peer-reviewed scientific literature and ultimately improve patient care. Strict confidentiality is maintained throughout the review process.
