AADOCR Gert Quigley Government Affairs Fellowship
This public policy fellowship is designed to familiarize graduate-level students with the federal legislative process in the context of dental, oral, and craniofacial research and the oral health care delivery system. Through this unique learning experience, students have the opportunity to learn about federal policymaking, work on projects to advance the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) policy priorities and meet with members of the scientific research and public health communities in Washington, D.C.
Award Prize/Recognition
- Eight-week fellowship in Washington, D.C.
- $7,000 stipend for living expenses
- Two additional paid trips to Washington, D.C.
Key Dates
Applications Open:
Oct 01, 2026
Applications Closed:
Jan 31, 2027
Eligibility
- Must be a member of the AADOCR National Student Research Group (NSRG); and
- a D.M.D., D.D.S., Ph.D., or dual degree student.
Application
The Gert Quigley Fellowship program consists of:
- A one-year appointment to the AADOCR Government Affairs Committee, which advises the AADOCR Board of Directors and staff on federal policy issues that impact the dental, oral, and craniofacial research community.
- A guided research and advocacy professional development program for six to eight weeks at AADOCR headquarters in Alexandria, VA.
- Two paid trips to Washington, D.C. in the spring and fall to attend AADOCR Advocacy Day and one additional day of meetings on Capitol Hill.
- Acting as government affairs liaison to the AADOCR National Student Research Group (NSRG)
Application
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