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Abstract Submission for the 2026 John J. Sharry Prosthodontic Research Competition is Now Open
The John J. Sharry Prosthodontic Research Competition, sponsored by the ACP Education Foundation, will be held during the ACP Annual Session on Nov. 12 and 13, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The competition is held to stimulate and encourage original research in prosthodontics by residents/students.
The ACP Research Committee strongly encourages all programs to participate in this competition. Please read the submission guidelines carefully. Abstracts are due by June 12.
Eligibility: Individuals are eligible if they are currently enrolled in a CODA-accredited postdoctoral prosthodontic program or have completed such a program in the last three years; and are a member, in good standing, of the American College of Prosthodontists. Manuscripts must not have been previously accepted for publication (except for Journal of Prosthodontics acceptance) and are eligible for publication in the JOP.
Abstract Submission: Abstracts must be submitted by June 12 to Elizabeth DiGiacomo as email attachments in PDF format, following the submission guidelines.
Finalists: The six finalists will present live on the main podium at the Annual Session, with presentations taking place on Thursday, Nov. 12 and Friday, Nov. 13. Each finalist will be given 15 minutes to present to the Research Committee and audience, followed by 5 minutes of Q&A (from the Research Committee Only).
Each finalist will receive a one-night hotel stay up to $300 and U.S. domestic airfare (booked 30 days in advance, up to $600). Cash awards of $1250 for 1st place, $750 for 2nd place, and $500 for 3rd place will be presented during the General Session on Friday, Nov. 13 (award checks and reimbursement will be mailed following the meeting). Please note that international winners may be subject to a 30% tax withholding in accordance with U.S. tax law.
Please contact Elizabeth DiGiacomo with any questions.
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