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The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics made a strong impression at the 2025 International Association for Dental Research (IADR) General Session, held June 25–28 in Barcelona, Spain. 

Faculty, students, and researchers from Iowa contributed significantly to the global exchange of cutting-edge dental science, with numerous presentations and a prestigious award winner.

Among the highlights of the conference was third-year dental student Saba Manafi, who earned second place in the International Hatton Award Competition. Manafi’s research, mentored by Drs. Eric Van Otterloo and Aline Petrin, stood out among a competitive field of international scholars.

The UI College of Dentistry was well-represented across multiple sessions, with presentations and symposiums, including:

  • Dr. Sukirth Ganesan – “Revisiting the Microbiological Evidence on e-Cigarettes” (Symposium)
  • Dr. David Johnsen – "Learning Outcomes for the Student/Practitioner and for the Scientist" (Hands-on workshop)
  • Dr. Kyungsup Shin – “Proteomics and Therapeutics of BMSC-Derived Exosomes for Mandibular Cartilage Repair” (Poster Presentation)
  • Dr. Erica Teixeira – “Long-Term Esthetic Outcomes of a Dental Composite: a 3-year Randomized Clinical Trial” (Poster Presentation)
  • Saba Manafi (D3) – “Functional Assessment of an Oculo-Auricular-Vertebral Spectrum Associated Variant in Zebrafish” (Poster Presentation)
  • Dr. Brad Amendt – “SnRNA-Multiomics Identifies New in Vivo Dental Stem Cell Niches” (Oral Presentation)
  • Dr. Avita Maharishi – “Bonding to Zirconia: Relative Importance of MDP Adhesives and Sandblasting” (Poster Presentation)
  • Dr. Victor Feitosa – “Gypsum Incorporation in Universal Adhesive Overcomes Issues From Saliva Contamination” (Poster Presentation)
  • Dr. Azeez Butali – “Enhancing Patient Management of Orofacial Clefts Through Education in Nigeria” (Poster Presentation)
  • Dr. Lina Moreno - "Multiethnic GWAS of Malocclusion Phenotypes identifies Multiple Risk Variants" (Poster Presentation)
  • Sam Swearson (PhD student; Amendt Lab) – “New Models and Treatments for Craniosynostosis” (Poster Presentation)
  • Yetunde Abaniwonda (visiting scholar of Dr. Azeez Butali) – “Clinically Actionable Secondary Findings in 278 African Families with NSOFC” (Poster Presentation)
  • Mariana Queiroz (former visiting scholar of Drs. Cris Vidal and Ariene Leme Kraus) – “Impact of Curing Protocols on Dual-Cure Resin Cements Properties” (Poster Presentation)

Additionally, Dr. Erica Teixeira, president-elect of the Women in Science Network (WISN) attended its business meeting on June 26, in conjunction with the IADR General Session.

The breadth of participation reflects the college’s commitment to advancing oral health through interdisciplinary research and global engagement.

The IADR General Session is one of the most prestigious gatherings in dental research, drawing thousands of participants from around the world. 

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Drs. Shin, Moreno, and Amendt stand alongside Sam Swearson and his poster at the IADR General Session.
The group of Iowa representatives post for a photo with the giant IADR 2025 sign.
Dr. Azeez Butali points at the poster of his student, Yetunde Abaniwonda.
Dr. Feitosa poses with his poster at the IADR General Session in Spain.
Dr. Johnsen sits while presenting at the IADR General Session in Spain.
Dr. David Johnsen, Dr. Sukirth Ganesan, Saba Manafi, Dr. Lina Moreno, and Dr. Kyungsup Shin pose for a photo
A wide view of an auditorium at the IADR General Session in Spain as Dr. Ganesan presents.
A closer view of Dr. Ganesan speaking at the podium during the IADR General Session.
Saba Manafi and Dr. Shin pose for a picture in front of Shin's poster.
A group of members from the college of dentistry and their family members pose for a picture in Spain.
Saba Manafi converses with others while in front of her poster during the IADR General Session.
Saba Manafi, Dr. Shin, and Dr. Moreno pose for a photo in front of Manafi's poster, while she is holding a second place ribbon.
A photo of the slide revealing that Saba Manafi won second place in the junior category of the Hatton Competition.
Dr. Shin and Dr. Teixeira pose for a photo along with a colleague at the IADR General Session.
Dr. Teixeira poses with Dr. Vidal and Dr. Johnsen in front of her poster presentation at the IADR General Session in Spain.
Dr. Amendt presents during the IADR General Session.
Dr. Kyungsup Shin and Dr. Anvita Maharishi pose for a photo in front of Maharishi's poster.
Mariana Queiroz poses for a photo in front of her poster.
Dr. Johnsen poses for a picture with colleagues during the IADR meeting.
Dr. Teixeira, president-elect of the Women in Science Network, attending its business meeting on June 26.