Who we are
AADOCR Mission
Drive dental, oral and craniofacial research to advance health and well-being.
AADOCR Vision
Oral health through discovery and dissemination.
AADOCR Values
Scientific Excellence: AADOCR values science conducted at the highest possible levels of rigor, innovation and ethics, across disciplines, from discovery science to clinical implementation to global population health.
Social Responsibility: AADOCR values the pursuit of science to improve health and well-being for all people, to reduce health inequalities and inequities, and proactively takes actions and positions to improve health.
Scientific Community: AADOCR values a diverse and inclusive scientific workforce, promotes work-life balance, and supports educational activities and mentoring networks to develop the next generation of scientists.
3,000-member organization
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) is the leading professional community for multidisciplinary scientists who advance dental, oral, and craniofacial research. Previously the American Association for Dental Research, the 3,000-member organization connects the scientific community of professionals who champion research that contributes to overall health and well-being.
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