I look forward to engaging with our members worldwide, and in particular supporting the next generation of clinical scientists to ensure that the IADR remains at the forefront of discovery and innovation in dental, oral, and craniofacial research.
Tufts Professor Pamela C. Yelick Elected President of the International Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research
Announcement
BOSTON, MA – Pamela C. Yelick, Ph.D., Director of the Division of Craniofacial and Molecular Genetics, and Professor in the Department of Basic, Clinical and Translational Sciences at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM), has been elected the 102nd President of the International Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research (IADR)—the world’s largest organization dedicated to advancing dental, oral, and craniofacial research.
The IADR unites more than 10,000 members across 100 countries in its mission to drive scientific discovery and improve global health. Dr. Yelick officially began her term as President at the Annual IADR Meeting in Barcelona, Spain, in June 2025.
An internationally recognized leader in craniofacial genetics, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine, Dr. Yelick is widely acclaimed for pioneering research in dental tissue and whole-tooth engineering.
“I am deeply honored to serve as the 102nd President of the IADR,” said Dr. Yelick. “I look forward to engaging with our members worldwide, and in particular supporting the next generation of clinical scientists to ensure that the IADR remains at the forefront of discovery and innovation in dental, oral, and craniofacial research.”
Since joining the IADR in 1993, Dr. Yelick has made significant contributions through scientific presentations, leadership roles in symposia and awards programs, and service as Treasurer of the American Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research, 2013–2016.
As IADR President, Dr. Yelick plans to focus on:
- Advancing global oral and systemic health
- Expanding engagement of students and early-career scientists
- Driving innovation in dental, oral, and craniofacial research worldwide
“Dr. Yelick’s election as IADR President is a testament to her extraordinary impact on the field and her unwavering commitment to improving lives through science,” said Nadeem Karimbux, DMD, MMSc, Dean of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. “Her leadership, collaborative spirit, and dedication to mentoring the next generation will ensure a strong future for IADR.”
Dr. Yelick’s election as IADR President is a testament to her extraordinary impact on the field and her unwavering commitment to improving lives through science. Her leadership, collaborative spirit, and dedication to mentoring the next generation will ensure a strong future for IADR.
Nadeem Karimbux, DMD, MMSc
About Dr. Pamela C. Yelick
Dr. Yelick earned her B.A. from Smith College and Ph.D. from Tufts University. She completed postdoctoral training at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard University before joining the Forsyth Institute, where she served for 14 years. She has been a faculty member at Tufts since 2006, where she continues to lead cutting-edge research in craniofacial biology and regenerative medicine.
About Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Founded in 1868, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM) is committed to leadership in education, patient care, research, and community service. Students obtain an interdisciplinary education, integrated with medicine, with access to training in dental specialties. Clinics managed at TUSDM provide quality comprehensive care to more than 26,000 individuals annually, including those with special needs. Nationally and internationally, the School promotes health and educational programs and researches new procedures, materials and technologies to improve oral health.
About the IADR
The International Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research is a global nonprofit organization with more than 10,000 members. Its mission is to advance research for worldwide health and well-being, guided by its core values of scientific excellence, social responsibility, and community. The IADR envisions a world of improved oral health through groundbreaking discovery and knowledge dissemination.