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The Friends of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (FNIDCR) online newsletter is a membership benefit. Permission is granted to repost this publication only with inclusion of the header. Past issues are posted on www.fnidcr.org/news.html Executive Director's Report Before summer's heat came beating down, much of the oral health community's attention surrounded the U.S. House Committee overseeing the NIH Reauthorization bill. There was much concern that the NIDCR would be consolidated, losing the independence a single dental institute adds to the NIH. Fortunately, so many organizations, groups and leaders reached out to Congress that few changes will be made to the bill. We are thankful for the Congressional support of the NIDCR and know that it is the leading agency for oral, dental and craniofacial research. Like so many other biomedical research societies, the Friends will keep following this important issue and let you know.
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Alec Stone New Lead Reported in Tumor Angiogenesis Scientists supported by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), part of the National Institutes of Health, have added a key new piece to the puzzle of how tumor cells induce new blood vessels to form and fuel their abnormal growth, a well-known process called angiogenesis. As published in this month's issue of the journal "Cancer Cell," the scientists found that in addition to the well-known strategy of secreting proteins to trigger angiogenesis, tumor cells also physically attach to a protein displayed on the surfaces of cells that line the walls of our blood vessels. This physical interaction, like a finger pushing a button, sends a signal within these cells to grow and sprout new capillaries. The finding, while technical in nature, has potentially major implications for anti-angiogenic therapy, one of the hottest areas in cancer research. Dr. Cun-Yu Wang, a scientist at the University of Michigan and senior author on the paper, said the finding suggests a future anti-angiogenic strategy of blocking not only the secreted molecules but also the cell-to-cell contact. Wang said these early data also suggest the intriguing possibility of directing growth-inhibiting drugs at the normal blood vessel cells to stop angiogenesis. "It's well established that tumor cells can become resistant to chemotherapy," said Dr. Wang. "For endothelial cells, which are the cells that line the walls of the blood vessels, there is no indication that resistance is a problem. It's an intriguing idea, and one that we think might be well worth pursuing." After further laboratory and mouse experiments, Wang said the data supported their hypothesis. "Over the past several years, various compounds have been developed to inhibit secreted proteins such as the much-studied vascular endothelial growth factor, or VEGF, which clearly plays a role in tumor angiogenesis," said Wang. "To date, though, none of these compounds have been very effective as cancer therapies, suggesting that other factors may play a role. We think that we have found one of these additional factors." The article is titled, "Crosstalk between tumor and endothelial cells promotes tumor angiogenesis by MAPK activation of "notch" signaling." The article was published in the July issue of "Cancer Cell," and its authors are: Qinghua Zeng, Shenglin Li, Douglas B. Chepeha, Jong Li, Honglai Zhang, Peter J. Polverini, Jacques Nor, Jan Kitajewski, and Cun-Yu Wang. After 60 Years of Success, Water Fluoridation Still Lacking in Many Communities Newswise -- Even 60 years after the introduction of community water fluoridation -- one of the great public health successes of the 20th Century -- about one third of Americans still don't have access to this most economical method of fighting dental disease. "It's dismaying that so many communities have failed their residents in this fashion," says ADA President Richard Haught, DDS. "Community water fluoridation benefits everyone; including those who, tragically, lack access to appropriate dental care." Single most effective public health measure to prevent tooth decay, "Community water fluoridation is the single most effective public health measure to prevent dental decay and improve oral health over a lifetime for both children and adults," says U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Richard H. Carmona. "I join previous Surgeons General in acknowledging the continuing public health role for community water fluoridation in enhancing the oral health of all Americans." "Studies prove water fluoridation continues to be effective in reducing dental decay by 15 to 40 percent," says ADA president Dr. Haught. "This is true even in an era where there is widespread availability of fluoride from other sources, such as fluoride toothpaste." "Because it reaches all people in a community regardless of education or income level, it is a powerful strategy in our efforts to eliminate differences in oral health among our citizens," explains William R. Maas, D.D.S., M.P.H., director, CDC Division of Oral Health. Key Facts about Community Water Fluoridation
Patient Advocacy Spotlight: Wide Smiles One child in 700 is born with a cleft. It is the fourth most common birth defect, and the first most common facial birth defect. And yet so many parents feel so alone. WIDE SMILES was formed to ensure that parents of cleft-affected children do not have to feel alone. We offer support, inspiration, information, and networking for families everywhere who may be dealing with the challenges associated with clefting. At WIDE SMILES we believe that, while it may not have been wonderful that our children were born with cleft, it is nonetheless true that our children who were born with cleft are wonderful. Together we share the struggle, the pain, the joy and the triumph of watching our children grow. Their challenges may be many, but we can face them together, learn from each other and help our children to recognize their beauty within. Please visit: www.widesmiles.org E-mails Show Promise in Promoting Healthier Behavior Newswise -- A steady diet of e-mails can change people’s outlook and behavior regarding healthier eating and increased physical activity, according to a new study of 2,598 Canadian workers. Appearing in the July/August issue of the American Journal of Health Promotion, the 12-week study looked at the effectiveness of e-mails received at the workplace in promoting healthy exercise and eating regimes. The research team, led by Ronald Plotnikoff, Ph.D., and Linda J. McCargar, Ph.D, of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, divided participants into an intervention group that received health-related e-mails and a control group that did not. The intervention group alone showed an increase in physical activity levels and also had more confidence in being able to participate in physical activity at study's end. In addition, the intervention group members recognized more pros and fewer cons to physical activity and were more open to making dietary changes. "E-mail deliveries of health promotion messages can have small yet beneficial effects on health behaviors over a short time frame," the researchers say, extolling e-mail's unobtrusiveness, cost-effectiveness and practical appeal. In the study, workers received weekly e-mail messages, each highlighting the worth of physical activity and good nutrition while also offering suggestions on how to achieve a healthier lifestyle. While the researchers concede the effects of the study’s e-mails on the intervention group are small, they nevertheless conclude that, "e-mail is a promising mode of delivery for promoting physical activity and nutrition in the workplace." They add that more aesthetically pleasing e-mails, used more frequently, could be more persuasive than the plain text messages used in the study. Plotnikoff R, et al. Efficacy of an e-mail intervention for the promotion of physical activity and nutrition behavior in the workplace context. American Journal of Health Promotion 19(6), 2005. Michigan Dental Association Launches New TV Ad Campaign to Educate the Public About the Link Between Oral Health and Overall Health Lansing, Michigan, June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- The 5,900-member Michigan Dental Association will launch a new campaign to alert the public that a healthy mouth is vital to a healthy body. The new campaign, "Want a healthy body? Start with a healthy mouth," kicks off June 27 with two television commercials that will air statewide, and will inform the public of some startling new research, including connections between dental health and birth complications in expectant mothers. To view the commercials and learn more about the campaign, go to www.smilemichigan.com and click on the public section. Each MDA member dentist will have patient education brochures and posters available in their offices. "More and more research shows that there is an important connection between oral health and overall health," according to Josef F. Kolling, DDS, MS, president of the MDA. "Since the condition of your mouth mirrors the condition of your body as a whole, your dentist may be the first health care provider to see signs of a health problem," according to Kolling. "If something unusual is discovered, a follow-up with your physician may result in early detection and successful treatment of a more serious medical problem." Kolling says, "The dentist may see symptoms on the lips, tongue and gums that can warn of trouble in your general health. Your dentist can screen for oral cancer, and may also observe oral symptoms of conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and pregnancy complications." Another comment: "This makes sense that your oral health is connected to your overall health. It's like the song that says, the shinbone's connected to the knee bone and so on. It's all connected!" Headquartered in Lansing, the Michigan Dental Association has more than 5,900 members in 26 local dental societies and two dental schools. Since its founding in 1856, the MDA has sought to educate the public, enhance its members' ability to provide high quality care and to promote the science and art of dentistry. For more information about the MDA call 800-589-2632 or log on to www.smilemichigan.com. Maternal Obesity Increases Risk for Infant Orofacial Clefts Newswise -- Babies of obese mothers have an increased risk for orofacial clefts, according to a new study published in the latest issue of The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. Causes of orofacial clefts, which include cleft lip and/or cleft palate, have been traced to both genetics and environmental factors. Maternal obesity joins previously determined nongenetic variables such as maternal smoking, use of certain drugs, folic acid deficiency, and maternal diabetes, as a specific risk factor. In the study, the information of 988,171 infants born in the 10-year period ending in 2001 was taken from the Swedish Medical Birth Registry. Of the total, 1,686 infants had orofacial clefts. The mothers were divided into four groups determined by their body mass index (BMI): underweight, average, overweight, and obese. The obese mothers showed an overall increased risk for having an infant with a cleft. This increased risk was higher when the cleft was associated with other major malformations than when it was isolated. When Drs. Marie Cedergren and Bengt Kallen began their study to determine if there was a positive correlation between maternal obesity and offspring with an orofacial cleft, they noted that obesity also had been associated with the development of neural tube defects and congenital heart malformations. Even a weak association is important to detect because of the ongoing obesity epidemic worldwide, the authors said. In Sweden, the number of overweight women in their fertile years doubled from 1980 to 1997. The authors conclude their report by suggesting that developing a better understanding of the negative effects of prepregnancy obesity could change behavior concerning nutrition and physical exercise among fertile women. To read the entire study, click here: www.allenpress.com/pdf/cpcj_42_306_367_371.pdf The Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Journal is the official journal of the American Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Association. For more information, visit www.cpcjournal.org. [Maternal Obesity and the Risk for Orofacial Clefts in the Offspring; The Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Journal], 2005; Vol. 42 (4):367-371 National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center The National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center (OHRC) is pleased to announce the availability of four new resources. Three of the publications have been developed to assist professionals working to improve oral health services for children and adolescents with special health care needs. Since its inception, the Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant (Title V of the Social Security Act) has provided a foundation for ensuring the health and well-being of this vulnerable population. The fact sheet, Oral Health for Children and Adolescents with Special Health Care Needs: Challenges and Opportunities, presents information on unmet oral health care needs, oral health and general health and well-being, barriers to care such as lack of insurance or qualified oral health professionals, and how Medicaid or other publicly financed reimbursement methods offer opportunities for care. The URL for this fact sheet is www.mchoralhealth.org/PDFs/SHCNfactsheet.pdf The tip sheet, Strategies for Improving the Oral Health System of Care for Children and Adolescents with Special Health Care Needs, outlines approaches for health professionals who are planning, developing, and implementing state and local efforts to ensure access to care.The URL for this tip sheet is www.mchoralhealth.org/PDFs/SHCNtipsheet.pdf The Oral Health Services for Children and Adolescents with Special Health Care Needs: Resource Guide provides a list of journal articles, materials, and federal agencies and national organizations that may serve as resources for ensuring optimal care. The URL for this resource guide is www.mchoralhealth.org/PDFs/SHCNResGuide.pdf The latest issue of the Oral Health Resource Bulletin contains descriptions of recently released materials including guidelines and standards; programmatic descriptions; final reports from MCHB-funded projects; and participant folders, final reports, and action plans from Early Head Start/Head Start oral health forums. The URL for this resource bulletin is www.mchoralhealth.org/PDFs/ResBltnXII.pdf Additional copies of these publications are available at no charge from the HRSA Information Center, 2070 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 450, Vienna, VA 22182-2536, phone: (888) ASK-HRSA (275-4772), fax: (703) 821-2098, e-mail: ask@hrsa.gov. Electronic copies are available on the OHRC Web site at www.mchoralhealth.org/materials/index.lasso. Dentists Should Do More to Help Patients Kick Tobacco Habit Newswise -- Dentists should improve their knowledge of smoking-cessation practices and play a more central role in helping tobacco-using patients kick the habit, says Michael Glick, D.M.D., editor of The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA). "Embracing smoking-cessation activities as part of unabridged oral health care no longer should be a choice," for dentists as health care providers, Dr. Glick writes in an editorial in the publication's August issue. The editor's comments relate to two studies also published in the August JADA: one on the value of the dental-office health history form in identifying adolescent smokers; the other on the general dentist's role in smoking cessation and diabetes management. A research team led by Deborah Hennrikus, Ph.D., School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota, found that adolescents routinely underreport tobacco use on health history forms that ask them simply whether they use tobacco. Researchers note that adolescents who smoke socially or experimentally may not see themselves as smokers. A better question, they say, would be to ask whether tobacco has been used within the past 30 days. In other cases, researchers found adolescents may be reluctant to disclose their tobacco use. And in still other cases, a parent unaware that the adolescent smokes completes the form. The JADA study recommends that the adolescent, not the parent, complete the behavioral section of the health history form and that this be done privately. In a second study published in August JADA, researcher Carol Kunzel, Ph.D., and her associates at New York’s Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery found that many dentists believe they lack the information and know-how to help patients stop smoking. Many also believe that such activities are, "peripheral to their role as caregivers," and that their colleagues and patients do not expect them to perform such functions. By getting the information they need and altering their attitudes toward patient care, say Dr. Kunzel and colleagues, dentists can, "provide better oral health care, enhance the outcome of therapeutic procedures and play an increasingly important role in promoting the general health of patients." In his editorial, Dr. Glick reports that cigarette smoking and secondhand smoke accounted for about 438,000 deaths each year between 1997 and 2001, and that it will kill as many as 450 million people worldwide over the next 50 years. Dentists owe it to their patients to become more involved, says the JADA editor. Anti-Tobacco Advertising Associated With Reduced Smoking Newswise -- Reduced cigarette smoking and more favorable anti-smoking attitudes were found among youth exposed to state-sponsored anti-tobacco advertising, according to a study in the July issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. The U.S. population has been exposed to an increasing number and variety of televised anti-tobacco advertisements since the early 1990s, according to background information in the article. However, given recent state budget crises and other political influences, many states have severely cut their anti-tobacco campaigns. Despite early evidence suggesting that state-sponsored anti-tobacco media campaigns may reduce adult smoking, few studies have explored their effect on youth. Sherry Emery, Ph.D., from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and colleagues examined the association between exposure to state anti-tobacco advertising and youth smoking-related beliefs and behaviors. The researchers used targeted ratings point (TRPs) to assess the ratings of an advertisement among U.S. teen audiences. An ad with 80 TRPs per month is estimated to have been seen an average of one time by 80 percent of this age group. This information was combined with survey data from school-based samples of 51,085 students in the contiguous 48 states. The researchers found that among survey respondents, 14 percent had an average of zero exposures to state-sponsored advertisements in the last four months, 65 percent of the students had an average exposure greater than zero, but less than one, and 21 percent had an average exposure of one or more state-sponsored anti-tobacco advertisements. Students in states with a TRP measure of one or higher were significantly less likely to report having smoked in the past 30 days (18.6 percent) compared with those in markets with no exposure to anti-tobacco advertisements (26.7 percent). Those with one or more state TRPs were more likely to perceive great harm from smoking one or more packs of cigarettes per day (72.1 percent vs. 65.1 percent). Also, students living in areas with an average exposure of at least one state-sponsored anti-tobacco advertisement were more likely to say that they believed they would definitely not be smoking in five years (64 percent vs. 55.3 percent). "Our analyses suggest that state-sponsored anti-tobacco media campaigns were associated with more favorable antismoking attitudes and beliefs among youth and reduced youth smoking," the authors write. "The strong associations between antismoking attitudes and beliefs, as well as reduced smoking, among students with a state TRP measure of at least one suggest that it is important to maintain a minimal mean exposure level of at least one cumulative state-sponsored anti-tobacco ad per four-month period for the general teen viewing audience." (Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2005; 159: 639-645. Available pre-embargo to the media at www.jama.com.) Many Preteens See No Link Between Smoking and Addiction Newswise -- One-third of children enrolled in a family smoking prevention program believed they could smoke without becoming addicted, according to a new study. Yet, overall, the researchers found most of the children generally had negative attitudes about smoking. The findings, published in the July/August issue of American Journal of Health Promotion, show that it is important for health promotion experts, "to find ways to help youth realize how easy it is to become addicted to tobacco, the value of never starting, and that the risks of smoking far outweigh any perceived benefits," say Terry Bush, Ph.D., of the Group Health Cooperative's Center for Health Studies in Seattle, and colleagues. Fewer than 10 percent of the children believed that smoking could help one relax or lose weight. The children were most likely to believe that smoking, "can help people feel more comfortable at parties," Bush says. The belief that they, "would be able to quit smoking anytime they wanted," was held by 24 percent of the 10 to 12 year olds. "We found very low rates of favorable attitudes about smoking among preteens," the researcher wrote of the 418 families in the study. Parental smoking was the main factor influencing whether children would think more highly of tobacco a year and a half after the study began, the researchers found. Despite this, Bush and colleagues did not find any evidence that parents’ attitudes toward tobacco, aside from actual smoking habits, influenced their children’s feelings about smoking. "The lack of association between parental attitudes about smoking and preteen attitudes about smoking has not, to our knowledge, been previously reported," Bush says. The study was supported by the National Cancer Institute. Bush, T. Preteen attitudes about smoking and parental factors associated with favorable attitudes. American Journal of Health Promotion 19(6), 2005. Smoking Deaths Cost Nation $92 Billion in Lost Productivity Annually Smoking cost the nation about $92 billion in the form of lost productivity in 1997-2001, up about $10 billion from the annual mortality related productivity losses for the years 1995-1999, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The new lost productivity estimate when combined with smoking-related health-care costs, which was reported at $75.5 billion in 1998, exceeds $167 billion per year in the United States. The report also finds that during 1997-2001 an estimated 438,000 premature deaths occur each year as a result of smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke. In comparison, approximately 440,000 smoking-related deaths were estimated to have occurred annually from 1995-1999. "Cigarette smoking continues to impose substantial health and financial costs on individuals and society," said CDC Director Dr. Julie Gerberding. "We've made good progress in reducing the number of people who smoke, but we have much more work to do. If we want to significantly reduce the toll in this decade, we must provide the 32 million smokers who say they want to quit with the tools and support to do so successfully." For more information about tobacco use and smoking cessation, visit the Office on Smoking and Health Web site at www.cdc.gov/tobacco. One resource now available to all smokers is HHS' 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). The toll-free number is a single access point to the National Network of Tobacco Cessation Quitlines. Callers are automatically routed to their state's quitline services. Dr. Bolden named among 'Most Influential Black Americans' By Karen Fox A faculty member at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry is one of EBONY magazine's "100 Most Influential Black Americans." In its May issue, EBONY listed individuals who command widespread national influence and/or affect the African-American population through personal outreach. Dr. Aljernon Bolden, president of the National Dental Association and UIC director of extramural programs and associate professor of preventive and health sciences in pediatric dentistry, made the 2005 list. "I won't get an ego," Dr. Bolden said jokingly. "It's a gratifying honor for someone who dedicates much of his time to recruiting young minorities into the dental profession. "There's the potential to be role models," he said. "Young people see people of color in jobs that they then can aspire to. The more we see positive images of people of color and the profession, the better." Dr. Bolden joins notables such as U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) and talk show host Oprah Winfrey on this year's list. Hidden Persuaders: The Mindless Eating That Adds Pounds People seem to gain weight easily but have a hard time taking it off. Americans are continuing to get heavier, increasing the risk of getting Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer and various other health conditions. Healthy eating can play an important role in helping you avoid excess weight. It can also increase the quality and length of your life. Interesting new research is revealing that part of the reason why it's so difficult to eat healthy is that "hidden persuaders" can lead you to eat more than you think you're eating. Dr. Brian Wansink, director of the Cornell Food and Brand Lab, reviewed the latest research into these hidden persuaders in a recent talk at NIH. For example, the size and shape of containers, he said, can as much as double the amount of food you consume. In a field study at a Philadelphia movie theater, researchers gave participants free popcorn in large or extra large sizes. Unknown to the participants, they were randomly given popcorn that was either fresh or 10 days old. The researchers found that people eating from the extra-large popcorn containers ate 45-50% more than those eating from the large ones. Participants even ate 40-45% more stale popcorn when it was served in bigger containers. Food descriptions affect your food intake as well. Wansink described how researchers were able to help a cafeteria boost its business. Using creative terms that appeal to the senses, "seafood filet," and, "chocolate cake," became, "succulent Italian seafood filet," and, "Belgium black forest double chocolate cake" on the menu. People making selections from these more descriptive menus were overwhelmingly more enthusiastic about the food they received. Those making their selections from non-descriptive menus were mostly disappointed. Research shows that this common advertising technique, called descriptive labeling, not only attracts customers to selected menu items, but also causes them to eat more. For the full story, visit: newsinhealth.nih.gov/docs/01features_01.htm#feature01 GSK And ADA Foundation Announce Recipients Of Grants For Improving Older Adult Access To Oral Care Pittsburgh -- GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (GSK) and the American Dental Association Foundation (ADAF) have announced the winners of $225,000 in grants to help improve older adults' access to oral health care. Both GSK Consumer Healthcare and the ADAF were overwhelmed by the response to their call for grant applications – 178 applications were submitted during the six-week eligibility period. An advisory committee of GSK Consumer Healthcare, ADA and ADAF representatives evaluated the proposals based on their originality, creativity and innovation in addressing key barriers to care; potential for continuous program operation; involvement of local communities; potential impact on the target audience; and other criteria. The winners:
"It's simply unacceptable that so many Americans lack the access to oral health care that most of us enjoy," says Sydney R. Rollock, vice president of GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare's Oral Care products. "While advances in oral care have benefited the majority of society, too many of us, especially the elderly, still suffer pain and other complications needlessly and at the expense of overall health and well-being. This is why we're so excited to partner with the ADA to help improve access to dental care for a segment of the population that truly needs our help." "Dentistry has successfully helped millions of Americans keep their teeth as they age into their seventies and eighties," says ADA President Dr. Richard Haught. "However, some older adults face barriers in accessing dental care. We look forward to working with GlaxoSmithKline and seeing the implementation of our grant winners’ programs to help older adults get the dental care they need. We also believe our grant winners' initiatives can provide examples of innovative, community-based programs for duplication in other parts of the country." CDHP and AAPD Partner on $1M Perinatal Oral Health Federal Grant Washington, DC -- The Children's Dental Health Project (CDHP) will administer a $1 million dollar grant received by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) to improve the oral health of pregnant women and young children, including those in Early Head Start, WIC, and other maternal and child health populations. The grant, "Improving Perinatal Oral Health," was awarded to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry by the federal Maternal and Child Health Bureau through its Partnership to Promote Maternal and Child Health program. Call for Nominations - IADR and AADR 2006 Awards Nominations are now being accepted for the 15 IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards. A nominating letter and the nominee's CV may be submitted online at www.imakenews.com/eletra/go.cfm?z=iadr,85662,b3F8nJGy,325743,b5b4Rsl until August 15, 2005. IADR E.W. Borrow Memorial Award (www.imakenews.com/eletra/go.cfm?z=iadr,85662,b3F8nJGy,325745,b5b4Rsl) for outstanding record of achievement in oral health promotion - due by October 1, 2005. IADR Distinguished Service Award (www.imakenews.com/eletra/go.cfm?z=iadr,85662,b3F8nJGy,325744,b5b4Rsl) for outstanding instances of service to the Association or distinguished service over a period of time - due by October 15, 2005. AADR Distinguished Scientist Award (www.imakenews.com/eletra/go.cfm?z=iadr,85662,b3F8nJGy,325749,b5b4Rsl) for a distinguished scientist who has contributed outstanding research of particular significance in any of the fields related to oral science - due by October 1, 2005. IADR/AADR William J. Gies Award (www.imakenews.com/eletra/go.cfm?z=iadr,85662,b3F8nJGy,325748,b5b4Rsl) for outstanding articles published in the Journal of Dental Research between July, 2004, and June, 2005 - due by October 1, 2005. For further information about any of these awards or other award and fellowship opportunities, contact Sheri S. Herren, Awards, Fellowships and Grants Administrator at sherren@iadr.org, or visit the IADR Web site at www.dentalresearch.org. Funding Opportunities
Development and Validation of Technologies for Saliva-Based Diagnostics
Clinical Research on Osseointegrated Dental Implants
Short-Term Courses In Human Embryonic Stem Cell Culture Techniques
Amendment to Budgetary Requirements for the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Institutional Dental Research Training Program
Expiration of Human Brain Project (HBP) Program Announcements
AIDS International Training and Research Program
Announcing Locations for 2006 NIH Regional Seminars in Program Funding and Grants Administration
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