63rd Annual Scientific Meeting of the IADR ANZ Division – Cairns

63rd Annual Scientific Meeting of the IADR ANZ Division – Cairns

James Cook University (JCU) is delighted to host the IADR ANZ's Annual Scientific meeting, with the generous support of Colgate. 

The Annual Scientific meeting will be held in the beautiful Far North Queensland city of Cairns. 

• Colgate Eminent Speaker: Professor Marco Peres, National Dental Centre Singapore
• Plenary speaker: Professor Satoshi,Imazato, IADR President, Director, Center for Innovative Dentistry, Osaka University
• Plenary speaker: Professor Sašo Ivanovski, IADR ANZ Immediate Past President and Head of the School of Dentistry at the University of Queensland

Early bird registration deadline is the 26th of August 2024, with poster and presentation abstract submissions closing on the 14th of August 20204. (Please refer to Abstracts page for further details.)

Conference sponsors and organisers

James Cook University (JCU) is delighted to host the IADR ANZ's Annual Scientific meeting, with the ongoing and very generous support of Colgate as the principal sponsor and ACODS as further valued sponsor.

Making the most of Tropical Far North Queensland

Nestled between lush rainforests and the sparkling Coral Sea, Cairns is a tropical paradise in Far North Queensland. Known as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, this vibrant city offers stunning natural beauty, rich cultural experiences, and endless adventure. Explore the region.

Network and catch up with colleagues through one of our conference social events. Join us for the Gala Dinner at the Salthouse, or make the most of the beautiful Cairns Esplanade with our morning social event. Find out more about conference social gatherings.

Enhance your conference experience by staying at the Pullman Cairns International. As part of your registration, you will be sent a link to access exclusive discount rates on accommodation. Find out more about accommodation options.

International Association for Dental Research (IADR)

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) is a nonprofit organisation with a mission to drive dental, oral, and craniofacial research for health and well-being worldwide. IADR represents the individual scientists, clinician-scientists, dental professionals, and students based in academic, government, non-profit and private-sector institutions who share our mission.

The Australian and New Zealand Division of the IADR has a long and proud history of involvement in dental research and the functions of the global IADR. The ANZ Division was formally formed in 1969 by the amalgamation of the New Zealand Section with the Australian Division which was established in 1968, and was preceded by the Australian Section established in 1961.

The Division’s members are active on many IADR committees, and have been recognised as leaders in their research domains through international awards and honours.

James Cook University (JCU)

James Cook University is committed to addressing the shortage of health professionals in regional, rural and remote Australia by developing a skilled, fit-for-purpose workforce through the College of Medicine and Dentistry.

JCU is delivering work-ready graduates to meet the needs of rural, remote and regional Australia. A particular focus is on those adversely affected by the disproportionate distribution of healthcare in Australia. Launched the Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2009, JCU has produced over 760 dental practitioners, the majority now working in regional and remote locations, where they are most needed. 

JCU is proud to be hosting the 63rd Annual Scientific Meeting of the IADR ANZ Division and we look forward to welcoming to the Far North tropical paradise of Cairns.