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AADOCR Mind the Future Program

The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) Mind the Future program has been instrumental in fostering five cohorts of early-career investigators in dental, oral, and craniofacial (DOC) research workforce. The network's principal purpose has been to establish a robust and enduring national mentoring program centrally managed by AADOCR. The overarching goal is to develop a sustainable, nationally recognized mentoring network that enhances the career development of early-career DOC researchers with merit- based opportunities for all.  The program aims to continue to cultivate a robust pathway of future DOC researchers who can address critical scientific challenges. 

Principal Investigators

Christopher H. Fox, CEO, American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
David Drake, University of Iowa, Iowa City
Effie Ioannidou, University of California, San Francisco

Educational Program

Eric Bernstein, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, University of Connecticut 

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Sheri S. Herren, Director of Strategic Programs, AADOCR 

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The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) Mind the Future program has been instrumental in fostering five cohorts of early-career investigators in dental, oral, and craniofacial (DOC) research workforce. The network's principal purpose has been to establish a robust and enduring national mentoring program centrally managed by AADOCR. The overarching goal is to develop a sustainable, nationally recognized mentoring network that enhances the career development of early-career DOC researchers with merit- based opportunities for all.  The program aims to continue to cultivate a robust pathway of future DOC researchers who can address critical scientific challenges. 

The inaugural year of the AADOCR MIND the Future program was a success, offering numerous opportunities to both mentees and mentors. AADOCR is pleased to continue the 6th year of this mentoring network program along with co-Principal Investigators Effie Ioannidou, University of California, San Francisco, and David Drake, University of Iowa, Iowa City, 11 institutions, and nationwide management and advisory committees to develop the dental, oral, and craniofacial research workforce for the future.

Christopher H. Fox, DMD, DMSc

Chief Executive Officer, AADOCR

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Sheri S. Herren

Director of Strategic Programs

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