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Eklund Foundation Announces 2026 Grant Recipients

October 1, 2026 - News,Press release

The Eklund Foundation for Odontological Research and Education has announced the three research projects selected to receive funding in this year’s grant round. Now supporting dentistry-related research for the 11th consecutive year, the foundation will award approximately €242,000 in total to three projects conducted at universities in different countries. The selected studies address clinically relevant […]

Can treating gum disease help slow Alzheimer’s progression?

September 15, 2026 - News

A Belgian interdisciplinary research team is investigating whether non-surgical periodontal treatment could reduce inflammation and help slow cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer’s disease. Supported by a grant from the Eklund Foundation, this study specifically investigates the relationship between oral health and cognitive health, including its potential impact on brain function, within the broader context […]