IADR Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR), headquartered in Alexandria, Va., is a non-profit organization with 9,200 members worldwide. The IADR mission is to drive dental, oral and craniofacial research for health and well-being worldwide.

IADR provides an invaluable service to all dental, oral and craniofacial researchers, including those at dental schools, other health professional schools, industry institutions, as well as in the biotech sector. As the only non-profit association of its kind, we strive to bring our members the latest news updates, research reports, educational programs, and networking opportunities for the dental research community. For a full list of member benefits, click here.

The following are the dues for the IADR membership categories for 2023. All amounts are listed in USD.

Starting in 2015, IADR Member and Retired Member dues include membership in one IADR Scientific Group/Network. IADR student members must join at least one Group/Network, and may join up to a total of three Groups/Networks at no charge. IADR Affiliate Members are not eligible to join Groups/Networks. Please click here for Group/Network descriptions.

IADR Retired membership is available to individuals who have 25 years of consecutive membership in the Association and are no longer working full time for remuneration. Some IADR Divisions, Sections and Regions may also charge dues, please refer to the membership application (coming soon) for more information.

To determine your World Bank Classification, please visit: https://datatopics.worldbank.org/world-development-indicators/the-world-by-income-and-region.html. Additional information on IADR membership categories can be found at www.iadr.org/membership.

You may join online, or if you prefer to pay by check, print the form located at www.iadr.org/membership and send it with payment via fax or mail. Upon receipt and processing of your application, the IADR will send an email receipt and welcome message. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing and delivery.

IADR membership follows a calendar year period. All memberships expire on December 31 of the current calendar year.

Save the date for the 103rd General Session of the IADR, in conjunction with the IADR Pan European Regional Congress, June 25-28, 2025. in Barcelona, Spain. Visit this page for more information as it becomes available.

The Journal of Dental Research (JDR) is the flagship journal of the IADR and the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR), the largest Division of the IADR. To subscribe please indicate on your membership renewal notice or new member application or contact the IADR Global Headquarters for an invoice.

To submit your manuscript, go to: http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jdr

JDR Clinical & Translational Research is a journal designed for IADR members and other oral health research leaders to publish their research and effectively translate their findings to those who need the information to deliver evidence-based prevention and care. IADR members receive online access with membership. Print copies of the journal may be purchased in addition to online access by selecting during the membership renewal process or contacting the IADR.

To submit your manuscript, go to: https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jdrctr

Yes, please visit, https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/reprints for instructions.

For a list of all advertising opportunities, go to the IADR advertising page.

The IADR website provides complete information on all IADR awards and fellowships. Questions may be directed to Awards, Fellowships and Grants Coordinator Beatrice Nguyen.

To wire transfer money to the Association please contact Chief Financial Officer, Pete Quinlivan.

Even though the IADR is considered not-for-profit and is exempt from income tax, the Association still must pay sales tax.

IADR is 54-1790186

Please send payments to:
IADR/AADOCR
1619 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-3406
USA

• Refunds due to an error by the IADR/AADOCR will be processed immediately and in full.
• A $20 USD processing fee will be withheld from all other refunds.
• Overpayment of $30 USD or less will be treated as a contribution and will not be refunded.
• Refunds will normally be sent in the same manner as the original payment (i.e., checks will be issued for payments by check, and credit cards will be credited for payments by credit card). If a wire transfer is requested, IADR/AADOCR will pass on all wire transfer fees to the recipient.
• Please allow 6-8 weeks for your refund to be processed.
• IADR does not offer refunds for canceled memberships, according to the IADR Constitution & Bylaws.

Members will see the ID number by logging in to the IADR/AADOCR Member Portal.  If you have lost your ID number, please contact the IADR to receive your number.

Your password can be sent to you automatically if the Global Headquarters has your email address on file. Please go to https://my.iadr.org and click on the link marked "Forgot your password?" to request your password. Your user name or email is required for your request to be processed. If your account information cannot be located, you will need to activate your account.

You will need to log into the Members Only area to change your password. Then select Edit My Profile and follow on-screen instructions.