Research

Optimizing Oral Health Through Research and Discovery

UAB School of Dentistry consistently ranks among the top NIH-funded U.S. dental schools. Centered on five core themes, our transformative dental research combines academic excellence with scientific methodology to discover answers to cutting-edge questions. Our preeminent faculty teach and mentor students, preparing them to make new discoveries while advancing science to benefit oral health locally and globally. Building upon our rich history of innovation, we are forging the future of oral health.

Themes

Craniofacial Development & Genetics

Biomaterial Science & Biomimetic

Oral Microbiology, Infection, & Host Response

Oral Cancer & Bone Marrow Microenvironment

Clinical Outcomes & Implementation Science

Learn About Our Research Themes

World Class Oral Health Research Opportunities

Institute for Oral Health Research (IOHR)

A cornerstone of our research enterprise, the Institute Oral Health Research serves as a one stop resource to bolster the work of our investigators as they advance dental, oral, and craniofacial research.

Global Center for Craniofacial, Oral and Dental Disorders

A University Wide Interdisciplinary Research Center, the Global Center for Craniofacial, Oral & Dental Disorders supports campus investigators involved in dental, oral and craniofacial research across multiple disciplines.

National Dental PBRN

Founded at UAB, the National Dental Practice Based Research Network is a groundbreaking consortium of participating dental practices and organizations that are revolutionizing practice-based research.

IOHR Labs

Our more than 10 labs span basic and translational research, contributing to the understanding and advancement of oral and craniofacial health and its connection to overall health.

Exceptional Experiences For Undergraduates, Graduates, & Dental Students

Dental Academic Research Training (DART)

Our Dental Academic Research Training program is one of the few DART programs with a foreign-trained dentist track. With all four DART tracks, we have a record of developing academicians and leaders in the field.

D.M.D/Ph.D.

Training the next generation of dental academicians, our integrated clinician-scientist training program provides the skills needed for a career in academia and dentistry.

MS in Dentistry

Interested in Academic Dentistry? Our MS in Dentistry degree offers two options: a focus on Dental Biomaterials or a focus on Oral Biology.

Scholars Symposium

Budding investigators can showcase their work at our annual Scholars Symposium. The event provides a dynamic and stimulating environment for academic growth, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.