: Mar 26, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC
: Mar 26, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC
Both experimental and clinical studies within all fields of dentistry are accepted, but the foundation will prioritize projects that can be related to periodontology, implantology, or cariology. Researchers may apply for funding of a project in its entirety or for part of a project.
Even though the application period runs during May, the application form can be previewed at the Eklund Foundation website, eklundfoundation.org, all year round, together with helpful information for applicants. The Board will announce the recipients in September/October.
Information in short:
- Allocated sum: €250,000
- Application period: 1-31 May 2026
- Announcement of grants: September/October 2026
- Applications from any location or university are accepted
- Read more and apply at www.eklundfoundation.org
- For more information, please contact press@tepe.com
Background
The Eklund family, owners of the oral health company TePe, created the Eklund Foundation in celebration of their long-standing relationship with the dental professional community. Since 2016, the foundation has allocated up to €250,000 annually, supporting odontological research worldwide; among the recipients are teams in Italy, France, The Netherlands, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, the UK, and the USA. More information about the grants, published studies, and interviews with previous recipients are available on the website.