Trailblazers in Oral Health Research (TORCH) Fellowship Award
Forecasted
The TORCH Fellowship Award from the National Dental Association Foundation supports postdocs advancing research on dental caries, tooth whitening, gingival health, or dentin hypersensitivity.
Funder: National Dental Association Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $70,000 fellowship; covers stipend/salary, research supplies, and up to $10,000 for travel; 1 year duration
Summary: Supports postdoctoral dental and biomedical scientists from underrepresented backgrounds who advance oral health research and equity.
Key Information: No indirect costs/overhead allowed; research must focus on dental caries, tooth whitening, gingival health, or dentin hypersensitivity.
Description
The Trailblazers in Oral Health Research (TORCH) Fellowship Award, offered by the National Dental Association Foundation in partnership with Colgate-Palmolive, recognizes and supports outstanding postdoctoral biomedical and dental clinician-scientists from historically underrepresented backgrounds. The fellowship aims to foster innovation and representation in oral health research, with a strong emphasis on advancing oral health equity. Recipients receive mentorship, professional development, and industry exposure, and are featured at high-profile professional and industry events.
