Dr. Bruce J. Baum, Chief of the Gene Therapy and Therapeutics Branch of The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (US National Institutes of Health), has been named the 2007 recipient of the Oral Medicine & Pathology Research Award, conferred by the International Association for Dental Research (IADR), convening here today for its 85th General Session.
Dr. Baum is an outstanding scientist, scholar, and mentor, who has made highly visible and significant contributions to the field of oral medicine and oral pathology. He has conducted sustained cutting-edge research focused on the pathogenesis and management of salivary gland and related oral medical disorders. Specifically, Dr. Baum has made major scientific contributions in the following six areas related to this award:
The IADR Oral Medicine & Pathology Research Award is supported by Sunstar Americas, Inc., and consists of a cash prize and a plaque. It is one of the Distinguished Scientist Awards given annually by the IADR, representing the highest honor the IADR can bestow. Dr. Baum receives his award today during the Opening Ceremonies of the IADR's 85th General Session.