INDIAN ASSOCIATION OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGISTS (IAOI)
Guidelines For Application For Research and Grants In Dental Implantology
1.INTRODUCTION
The Indian Association of Oral Implantologists (IAOI) is committed to fostering research and innovation in dental implantology by providing research grants to encourage original, high-impact studies that contribute to the advancement of the specialty. These grants are open to dental professionals, postgraduate students, and researchers with a focus on implantology and related fields.
2.OBJECTIVES OF THE GRANT
- To promote high-quality research in the field of dental implantology.
- To support original and innovative ideas that address clinical, biological, and technological aspects of implantology.
- To encourage young researchers and clinicians to contribute to evidence-based implant practice.
- To facilitate interdisciplinary research that advances implant outcomes and patient care.
3.ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Category 1: Clinicians and Researchers
- Registered dental practitioners with at least 3 years of clinical experience in implantology.
- Faculty members affiliated with recognized dental institutions.
Category 2: Postgraduate Students
- Postgraduate (MDS) students currently pursuing courses in Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Oral Surgery, or other relevant specialties.
- Proposal must be endorsed by the institution/department head.
Category 3: Institutions and Research Organizations
- Dental institutions or research organizations with demonstrated experience in conducting clinical or basic research in dental sciences.
Mandatory Requirement:
- IAOI Membership: All applicants must be active members of the Indian Association of Oral Implantologists (IAOI) at the time of application. Membership ID and validity must be provided during the application process.
4.RESEARCH THEMES & PRIORITY AREAS
Applicants may propose research in any of the following priority areas:
- Advanced Implantology Protocols – Immediate loading, All-on-4/6, Zygomatic, and Pterygoid implants.
- Digital Implantology & Artificial Intelligence – 3D printing, guided surgery, and AI-based treatment planning.
- Implant Biomaterials and Surface Modifications – New-age grafts, membranes, and bioactive materials.
- Peri-implantitis Prevention and Management – Novel approaches and clinical protocols.
- Implant Rehabilitation in Medically Compromised Patients – Evaluation of outcomes and success rates.
- Biomechanics of Implant Prosthodontics – Occlusion, load distribution, and functional analysis.
- Tissue Regeneration and Graft Innovations – Soft and hard tissue augmentation techniques.
- Long-term Implant Maintenance Protocols – Impact of maintenance strategies on implant survival.
- Community-based Studies – Implantology outreach and impact in underserved populations.
5.GRANT CATEGORIES AND FUNDING STRUCTURE
Small Grants: ₹25,000 – ₹50,000
- For pilot studies or short-term projects with clear clinical or laboratory outcomes.
Medium Grants: ₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000
- For comprehensive clinical studies, systematic reviews, or studies with a larger sample size.
Large Grants: ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,00,000
- For multi-center, high-impact clinical trials or advanced research with long-term follow-up.
6.GRANT TYPE: FUNDING OR IMPLANTS
Grants will be provided in two forms based on the nature of the research:
Monetary Grants:
- Direct funding for project-related expenses, such as consumables, equipment, data analysis, publication costs, and other research-related expenses.
Implant-Based Grants:
- Provision of implants, grafts, and biomaterials required for conducting the research.
- Implants provided will be of standard quality and will be allocated based on the approved project proposal.
7.APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1: Submission of Proposal
Applicants must submit a detailed research proposal that includes:
- Title and Abstract: Concise summary of the research objective and methodology.
- Background and Rationale: Brief review of existing literature and need for the study.
- Research Objectives and Hypothesis: Clear objectives and testable hypothesis.
- Methodology:
- Study design, sample size, inclusion/exclusion criteria.
- Data collection methods, analysis, and expected outcomes.
- Timeline: Detailed project schedule with milestones.
- Budget Breakdown: Justification for the requested funds or implants.
Step 2: Institutional Approval
- For postgraduate students, proposals must be endorsed by the Head of the Department/Institution.
- Ethical clearance from the Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) is mandatory for human or animal studies.
Step 3: Online Application Submission
- Applications should be submitted via the IAOI website at www.iaoi.in/research-grants.
- All required documents (Proposal and the Institutional Approval) must be uploaded in PDF format.
8.REVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS
Stage 1: Initial Screening
Applicants must submit a detailed research proposal that includes:
- Applications will be screened for completeness and eligibility.
- Proposals not meeting the guidelines will be disqualified.
Stage 2: Peer Review
- Eligible proposals will undergo a double-blinded peer review by a panel of experts in implantology and research methodology.
Stage 3: Final Selection
- Selection will be based on
- Scientific merit and originality.
- Feasibility and clarity of methodology.
- Relevance to implantology and clinical impact.
- Budget justification and ethical compliance.
Stage 4: Award Announcement
- Selected applicants will be notified within 6-8 weeks after the submission deadline.
- Grants will be disbursed in two phases:
- 50% at the initiation of the project.
- 50% upon submission of the interim progress report.
9.GRANT UTILIZATION AND REPORTING
- Grant Utilization: Funds should be used strictly for research-related expenses such as consumables, equipment, data analysis, and publication fees.
- Implant Utilization: Implants and biomaterials should be used only for the approved project, and any unused materials must be returned or reported.
- Progress Reports: Submission of interim progress reports at 6-month intervals.
- Final Report and Publication: A comprehensive final report along with submission of a manuscript for publication in peer-reviewed journals, preferably in the Journal of Oral Implantology.
10.ETHICAL AND LEGAL COMPLIANCE
- All research must comply with the guidelines of the Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) and adhere to international standards for research ethics.
- Any studies involving human participants should obtain Informed Consent.
11.INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS (IPR)
- Intellectual property generated through IAOI-funded research shall remain with the principal investigator and the affiliated institution.
- IAOI reserves the right to promote and publish significant outcomes resulting from the funded research.
12.TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- The decision of the IAOI Grant Committee will be final and binding.
- Failure to adhere to guidelines may result in termination of funding and return of disbursed funds.
- Any changes to the project scope or budget require prior approval from IAOI.
13.CONTACT INFORMATION
For further inquiries and clarification, please contact:
📧Email:iaoiglobalsummit@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91-7305945849
14.IMPORTANT DATES
- Application Start Date: May 1st, 2025
- Application Deadline: June 30th, 2025
- Results Announcement: August 15th, 2025
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