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

October 2026

$500 per category; award plaque; one-time recognition at IADR General Session

Recognizes outstanding female dental, oral, and craniofacial research trainees for their achievements and promise in advancing scientific research.

--- ## Description The Women in Science Promising Talent Award, presented by the IADR Women in Science Network, honors female DDS/DMD, MS/MPH, PhD candidates, and post-doctoral students who demonstrate exceptional dedication and potential in dental, oral, and craniofacial research. The award acknowledges both notable past accomplishments and strong commitment to future research careers. Recipients are formally recognized during the IADR General Session & Exhibition. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $500 USD per category (DMD/PhD and PhD) - Award plaque - Formal recognition at the IADR General Session & Exhibition --- ## Eligibility - Must be a female member of the IADR Women in Science Network. - Must be registered in a DDS/DMD, MS/MPH, PhD, or post-doctoral training program. - Must provide proof of abstract submission for the IADR General Session. - Application must include: - Letter of nomination or self-nomination (with a personal statement on the impact of research and future goals; max 2 pages) - CV or resume (maximum 4 pages) - Past recipients are not eligible to apply again. --- ## Application Process - Submit a nomination or self-nomination with required documents (personal statement, CV, proof of abstract submission). - Applications are reviewed for completeness; incomplete applications will not be considered. - Selection is based on both past achievements and future research plans. - Submit materials via the contact listed or as directed on the [award program page](https://www.iadr.org/awards/iadr-women-science-promising-talent-award). --- ## Additional Information - Recipients are announced during the business meeting of the Dental Women in Science Network at the IADR General Session & Exhibition and honored at the following reception. - Sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive Company. --- ## External Links - [IADR Women in Science Promising Talent Award Program Page](https://www.iadr.org/awards/iadr-women-science-promising-talent-award) - [IADR General Session & Exhibition](https://www.iadr.org/2026iags) - [IADR Awards Portal](https://www.iadr.org/awards?_page=5&keywords=&_limit=10&type=83,82,81,79,77&applicant=47&affiliation=50) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Organization | |-----------------------|---------------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | Mangala Patel | [m.patel@qmul.ac.uk](mailto:m.patel@qmul.ac.uk) | Queen Mary University of London, Dental Physical Sciences | | IADR Member Services | [memberservice@iadr.org](mailto:memberservice@iadr.org) | International Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research | ---

Women in Science Promising Talent Award

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