William J. Gies Award
The William J. Gies Award honors the best paper published in the Journal of Dental Research for outstanding dental, oral, and craniofacial research.
Funder: International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates: July 14, 2026 (Applications open) | October 1, 2026 (Applications closed)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 and a plaque; awarded annually for the best paper published in the Journal of Dental Research.
Summary: Recognizes the best paper published in the Journal of Dental Research, honoring outstanding dental, oral, and craniofacial research.
Description
The William J. Gies Award is an annual recognition presented by the International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research (IADR) and the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR). This award honors the best paper published in the Journal of Dental Research (JDR) during the preceding year, highlighting exceptional contributions to dental, oral, and craniofacial research. Uniquely, the award is open to anyone who publishes in the JDR, regardless of discipline. The recipient receives a $1,000 prize and a commemorative plaque, typically presented at a major IADR or AADOCR meeting.
