Third-year dental student Emma Griffin was presented the Steve Vercande Award during a special ceremony on June 24, 2025.

Dr. Steven Levy is co-investigator on an NIH-funded study developing a clinically meaningful caries risk index using national survey data. He’s helping ensure that the tool reflects real-world dental practice, with the goal of improving risk assessment and patient outcomes in clinical settings.

Dr. Azeez Butali, professor of oral pathology, radiology, and medicine in the UI College of Dentistry, has been awarded a Fulbright to further his groundbreaking work in human genetics.

Dr. Azeez Butali was awarded the Honoris Causa Award from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria. This prestigious award recognizes medical specialists who have demonstrated exceptional excellence clinical care and training.

On May 30, the Iowa American Student Dental Association (IASDA) hosted its annual talent show at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts, bringing together students, faculty, and staff for a fun evening of great performances.

Brad Amendt’s lab received an NIH R56 grant with total costs $480,840 for 1 year to investigate the role of the IRX1 gene in the regulation of oral tissue repair and maintenance.

16 awards were presented at the annual luncheon that recognized students, faculty, and staff for their contributions to PCD.

Dr. Waheed Awotoye was awarded the prestigious Harry Sicher Research Award at the AAO annual meeting.