Tuesday, October 29, 2024
In conjunction with the 2024 Student Research Showcase, this year marks the 14th year of exciting research findings generated by our students, residents and postdoctoral trainees. More than 20 mentors and nearly 30 students will be presenting their exciting research discoveries in both oral and poster formats. We invite you to participate and enjoy this day where we showcase our recent discoveries that span from basic to clinical research.
Through their participation in research and creative endeavors, dental and dental hygiene students become better thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers, cultivating a depth of understanding needed to make a positive difference in the world. At the Research Showcase, we recognize those students who participated in the Summer Research Program and celebrate their contributions to discovery. As with any difficult undertaking, it takes a team effort to be successful, and special thanks and recognition are due to the faculty mentors who volunteer their time and knowledge to support the Summer Research Program. I hope you enjoy this year's Research Showcase. Thank you for supporting our students on this special day.
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Synopsis
The word “bioactive” is becoming widespread to describe materials used in various aspects of oral healthcare. The definition of “bioactive” is a subject of debate, with some arguing that materials should have a direct effect on a biological system, as opposed to toxic or chemical effect. This presentation will describe the different views of “bioactivity” and provide examples of how this interesting and important concept is being pursued in dentistry.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to understand:
- Describe the different interpretations of what “bioactivity” means for dental biomaterials.
- Explain the mechanism of action of materials that claim “bioactivity” for the purpose of in situ mineral formation.
- Explain the mechanism of action of materials that claim “bioactivity” for the purpose of affecting microorganisms to inhibit caries or mitigate inflammatory processes.
- Identify a useful working definition for “bioactivity” as it relates to dental biomaterials.
Jack Ferracane, PhD, is Professor and Chair of Restorative Dentistry at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon. He received a B.S. in Biology from the University of Illinois, and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Biological Materials from Northwestern University. He is a past-President of the American Association for Dental Research and the Academy of Dental Materials. He is the recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Wilmer Souder Award, the Academy of Dental Materials Founders Award, and the Hollenback Award from the Academy of Operative Dentistry. He is an honorary member of the American College of Dentists and the Oregon Dental Association. He is Editor-in-chief of a new journal published by the ADA and Elsevier entitled, JADA Foundational Science. He has authored or co-authored three textbooks on dental materials and operative dentistry. He has published and lectured extensively on dental materials, including dental composites, adhesives, amalgams, “bioactive materials,” and practice-based dental research.
| Faculty, Residents, and Alumni are eligible to receive complimentary CDE. |
010 Basic Sciences - Lecture: Hours - 1
Time:
Student Poster Presentations | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Student Oral Presentations | 1:00 PM
Accolades | 2:15 - 3:30 PM
Keynote Presentation | 3:45 - 4:45 PM (CST)
Awards Ceremony | 4:45 PM
Location:
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