The program is available to those students wishing to obtain solely the Masters degree; or students currently enrolled in the D.M.D. degree program; as well as to persons who have previously earned a D.M.D., M.D., or equivalent degree.
This research-based program is directed toward a general understanding of the biology of the oral cavity and developing craniofacial region and the interactions between oral and systemic health. Basic (molecular and cellular), clinical and translational dental and medical research is pursued. Therefore, the student body in Oral Biology is diverse and includes post-graduate dentists, dental students and science graduates.
See examples of research projects of students in the ULSD Oral Biology Graduate Program on YouTube:?Jeff Marschall?or?John Houston?in Dr. Potempa?s laboratory. Student research may be in the areas of biochemistry, microbiology, oral immunology, genetics, or other areas related to dentistry.
The MSOB is designed as a 2 year program. The primary focus is on the student?s research project.? During the first 2 semesters students take all the required didactic courses and begin their research.? The student performs biomedical research with the training and guidance of a faculty mentor, and results are prepared as the student?s thesis.

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