Eklund Foundation Announces 2026 Grant Recipients for Dental Research
The Eklund Foundation will award approximately €242,000 to three university research projects focusing on dentistry, medicine, and public health. This marks the 11th consecutive year the foundation has supported research in the field.

The Eklund Foundation has announced its 2026 grant recipients, continuing its support for research in dentistry. The foundation will distribute a total of approximately €242,000 to three projects conducted at universities in different countries.
The selected studies address clinically relevant questions at the intersection of dentistry, medicine, and public health. This funding continues the foundation's 11-year commitment to supporting dental research.
"This year’s selected projects reflect the diversity and scientific quality of dental research today," said Joel Eklund, Chairman of the Board, Eklund Foundation. "Each project addresses an important clinical question with the potential to contribute new knowledge."
The grant applications underwent a rigorous selection process, with choices based on the potential impact and scientific merit of the studies. The foundation aims to advance dental practices and patient outcomes.