AADR Distinguished Scientist Award

Supported by GlaxoSmithKline

Deadline: Next Award 2012

Every two years the American Association for Dental Research recognizes a distinguished scientist who has contributed outstanding research of particular significance in any of the fields related to oral science.

Eligibility:

Candidates must be or have been engaged in basic, applied clinical research related to dental science.  Candidates MUST be AADR members.

Procedures:

Candidates must be nominated by an AADR Section, Group Chapter, or individual AADR member. The following documentation must accompany the nomination.

• Nominating letter setting forth the nominee’s contributions;
• Full curriculum vitae with list of publications; and
• Three letters of recommendation from colleagues at three separate institutions.

Review & Selection Process:

All materials will be submitted to the AADR Distinguished Scientist Award Committee Chair and reviewed by the committee.

Award:

The award consists of a $5,000 cash prize, a plaque, and travel expenses (airfare, taxi, and hotel up to $1,500) to the Annual Meeting of the AADR, where the award is presented.

The AADR Distinguished Scientist Award is generously supported by GlaxoSmithKline.

All nomination materials are sent electronically to:

Sheri S. Herren
Awards, Fellowships & Grants Manager
sherren@iadr.org


2010 Recipient

John Greenspan
University of California, San Francisco, USA

2008 Recipient

Kenneth M. Yamada
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, USA