The NSK Nakanishi Foundation (Location: Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture, Representative Director: Eiichi Nakanishi) has established the "NSK Blue Prize," an international academic award to honor researchers who have made a global impact on the advancement of dental medicine and oral healthcare. The first call for nominations will begin on July 1, 2026. The NSK Blue Prize aims to widely demonstrate the value of dental medicine to the world and become an internationally prestigious award, referred to as the "Nobel Prize of Dentistry" in the future. The nomination period is until December 20, 2026. Three recipients are planned, with each receiving a prize of 10 million yen, a medal, and a certificate. 1. Background of Establishment The mouth is an essential organ for fundamental human activities such as eating, speaking, and expressing emotions. Oral health is deeply connected to overall health, human dignity, and quality of life (QOL). On the other hand, the medical and social importance of dental medicine is not yet fully recognized. The NSK Blue Prize was established to demonstrate the value of dental medicine to the world and to honor research that benefits all of humanity. 2. Aiming for the "Nobel Prize of Dentistry" This award aims to communicate the essential and lasting value of dental medicine and oral healthcare to society worldwide. It emphasizes scientific excellence, clinical and social impact, internationality, and high ethical standards, aiming to be recognized as the leading international award in the field of dental medicine in the future. 3. Fields of Eligibility and Selection Criteria This award emphasizes the creation of value for all of humanity and will honor pioneering and internationally acclaimed research achievements in the following fields: (1) Basic Science of Dentistry and Oral Cavity (2) Clinical Research and Translational Research (3) Technological Innovation in Dental Care (4) Impact on Social and Global Health Selection will focus on ho