2026 AADSM Research Award
Deadline to Submit: August 24, 2026
The AADSM is now accepting applications for the 2026 AADSM Research Award. The award provides up to $20,000 to support 1–2 years of clinical research addressing high-impact issues in the practice of dental sleep medicine.
This award will fund clinical research addressing high impact issues with clear relevance to the practice of dental sleep medicine. Specifically, proposals to answer the following research questions will be considered:
Is there evidence showing subjective or behavioral improvement with OAT (e.g. feeling better, improved memory)?
Using identical metrics, how does OAT compare to other OSA treatments (e.g, CPAP, hypoglossal nerve stimulation)?
How can AI or algorithms be used to interpret sleep studies and data?
What role can digital biomarkers (e.g. AI-interpreted data), physical biomarkers (e.g. blood, saliva) or phenotypes play in dental sleep medicine? How can these variables be used to predict treatment success?
What is the impact of objective monitoring of OA adherence on treatment success and health outcomes?
What is the impact of patient-led impressions on OAT treatment success?
What is the role of OAT in COMISA management?
How can persistent TMD side effects be managed during OAT treatment (e.g. new therapies such as botox)?
What are the impact of GLP-1 medications and obesity on treatment of OSA patients with OAT?
In pediatric patients, what is the role of continuous management of OSA with dental therapies in preventing relapse of disease? Are there any pediatric interventions that could be used to avoid adulthood OSA?
Other novel and innovative research questions, with answers that have large impact on dental sleep medicine knowledge and practice will also be considered.
To apply, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Hold a master’s degree or higher or be currently enrolled in an accredited master’s or PhD program.
Have access to the facilities, equipment, and resources needed to complete the proposed research
Be based at a U.S. or Canadian institution
Canadian institutions must agree to follow applicable U.S. laws as part of the funding contract
Have no financial conflicts of interest and not receive personal financial benefit from the research beyond the work itself
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