Articles from 2025

AADOCR Student Research Group Award 2025

College of Dentistry receives 2 national student research awards

Monday, February 10, 2025
The UI College of Dentistry was named the winner of two significant awards from the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) National Student Research Group (NSRG). The honors highlight the college's commitment to student research and discovery.
Ransome van der Hoeven and his research team

How Worms Provide Insight into Immune Responses of Immunocompromised Patients

Friday, February 7, 2025
Dr. Ransome van der Hoeven is working to improve options for immunocompromised patients. In his research, he has made advances in our understanding of innate immune responses by studying the worm, C. elegans.
Alex Harper and Dr. Steve Levy

Fluoride Skepticism in Focus: Alex Harper’s Research on Attitudes about Fluoride Use

Friday, February 7, 2025
As debates surrounding fluoride gain attention across the U.S., a dental student from the University of Iowa is tackling the issue head-on. Alex Harper, a fourth-year dental student, is investigating attitudes about fluoride and tap water. As misinformation erodes trust in science, Harper’s research provides timely insights into public perceptions and oral health behaviors.
Biostatistics Faculty and Staff

Optimizing Your Research: Collaborating with the Division of Biostatistics and Computational Biology

Friday, February 7, 2025
The Division of Biostatistics and Computational Biology at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry is a valuable resource for researchers seeking to enhance the quality and efficiency of their studies so that they are well-designed, data-driven, and powerful.
Marsh Cunningham-Ford

Cunningham-Ford retires after 45 years at College of Dentistry

Wednesday, January 29, 2025
After 45 years, Associate Professor of Preventive and Community Dentistry Marsha Cunningham-Ford is retiring from the UI College of Dentistry.
Banas, Bowers, Marshall composite photo

Bowers, Marshall, Banas receive award to support creation of an artificial mouth

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Drs. Robert Bowers , Teresa Marshall, and Jeff Banas were recognized by the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology (OTLT) with the Innovations in Teaching with Technology Award (ITTA) for their project aimed at creating an artificial mouth simulator.
Dr. Azeez Butali with Mary Young

Butali honored with Presidential Early Career Award

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
The award recognizes Butali's pioneering research in the genetics of cleft lip and palate, particularly within African populations, where he is the world's foremost expert.