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University of Kentucy College of Dentistry 
Building a Foundation for the Future
 
DMD Program

Student Research Group (SRG)

Purpose: To provide a forum and collegial environment for students to perform basic science and clinical research with scientists and researchers within and beyond the College of Dentistry.  The objectives of the SRG are commensurate with that of the American Association for Dental Research and include:

·         To advance research and increase knowledge for the improvement of oral health.

·         To support and represent the oral health research community.

·         To facilitate the communication and application of research findings.

 

Current Officers (2008-09):

President: Jeff Mirrielees  

Vice-President: Mike Sexton

Secretary: Jackie Yoon

Treasurer: Aaron Rose

Faculty Liaison: Rahul Tandon

 

Past-Presidents:

Heather Hopkins (2007-08)

Matt Mattsden (2006-07)

Will Allen (2004-06)

Eric Browning (2002-03)

Roger Robinson (2001-02)

 

How often does the SRG meet?

The SRG typically meets three to four times a year.  We meet twice in the fall and twice in the spring.  The first meeting is an introduction to research and research opportunities at the College.  The second meeting introduces dental students to faculty who perform research at the College, and reviews the deadline for applications and presentations (i.e. AADR abstract deadline).  Meeting three is typically in February in conjunction with College Research Day.  Typically five to ten students present their research findings orally and by poster on Research Day.  The fourth meeting is typically held between February and April to elect new officers, discuss research opportunities and formulate plans to recruit new members.  

 

Why do research?

            There are many benefits for performing research.  The benefits include the opportunity to: learn the scientific method and new, improve oral health and the application of dentistry, spend one on one time learning from faculty, present research at regional and national meetings, compete for science awards, and gain valuable experience that can help you get into advanced education programs.

 

What are the opportunities?

            There are many opportunities to perform research both within the College walls and beyond.  Some of the opportunities are listed below:

 

FELLOWSHIPS

COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY OPPORTUNITY :

 

UKCD Student Research Fellowship:

These Fellowships are awarded to student dentists on a competitive basis by the Office of the Associate Dean for Research, College of Dentistry , University of Kentucky .  Proposals are to be written and submitted by student dentists.  Faculty mentors may assist and guide students in the preparation of the proposal, and must submit a cover memo assuming overall responsibility for the conduct of the Fellowship.  Proposals are no more than seven typed pages (double-spaced) in length.  Upon receipt of award, the student conducts the research project with a mentor throughout the school year.  The student is responsible for presenting this research in poster form at College Research Day in February, and at the annual AADR session.

Eligibility:  Students must be enrolled in the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry or be accepted for enrollment. Students should not have received their degree at the time of application or receipt of the award. Applicants may have an advanced degree in a basic science subject.

Deadline:  Usually April each year

 

Award:  Typically $1000

 

Contact:  Dr. Craig S. Miller, MN324 Oral Medicine, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, 859-323-5598, cmiller@uky.edu

 

 

NATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:

 

AADR Student Research Fellowship

Proposals are sought in basic and clinical research related to oral health.  Each Fellowship (the number awarded is usually between 15 and 20; 19 were funded in 2007) consists of a stipend of $2,100, and each preceptor receives an award of $300 for supplies. Winners will be announced at the AADR Annual Meeting. Cash prizes will be issued no later than June, 2008.  Upon completion of the research (must be completed within two years), acceptance of an abstract and presentation at the annual meeting, each recipient will then be awarded funds ($600) for transportation and accommodation expenses. Recipients are required to present their research at the meeting, by submitting abstracts for poster or oral presentations.

Eligibility:  Students must be enrolled in an accredited DDS/DMD or hygiene program in a dental (health-associated) institution within the USA and must be sponsored by a faculty member at that institution. Students should not have received their degree, nor should they be due to receive their degree in the year of the award (2008). Applicants may have an advanced degree in a basic science subject.

Review:  The AADR Fellowships Committee will coordinate review of the proposals. Each proposal will be evaluated on its scientific merits in a manner similar to that used for NIDCR grants. Each reviewer will give a numerical rating to each proposal. The scores of all reviewers will then be averaged to give an overall priority score, which will be used as the basis for funding. Awards will be made on the basis of creativity of the project, its feasibility, and its potential significance to oral health research.

Proposal:  The proposals will follow the general format of the Public Health Service Grant Application Form PHS 398 (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/phs398/phs398.html), which is to be used only as a guideline.

Deadline: All materials must be received by January 14, 2008 .

Award:  $2100 + $600 for travel expenses

Contact:  Sheri S. Herren, Awards, Fellowships & Grants Manager, 703.299.8094, Fax: 703.548.1883, E-mail:sherren@iadr.org

http://www.dentalresearch.org/awards/studentresearch.html

 

 

AAFP-AADR Student Research Group Award:

The American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (AAFP) will select one undergraduate dental student to present his/her research in the field of Fixed Prosthodontics in a table clinic or table top poster format at the 56th Annual Session of the AAFP; February 23-24, 2007, in Chicago, Illinois.

Eligibility:  Applicants must be:  1) A current member of AADR; and 2) Currently enrolled as a predoctoral student in a dental education program at an ADA accredited institution.  Presentations must be directly related to the discipline of fixed prosthodontics.  Awardees must place the following language on their poster: 2007 AAFP-AADR National Student Research Group Award.  Individuals currently enrolled in Prosthodontics Advanced Education Programs should consider applying for the AAFP Tylman Grant Program.

Deadline: October 1, 2007

Award: $1000 plus travel expenses

Download application materials

Contact:  Dr. Carl F. Driscoll, Chairman
AAFP Table Clinics Committee
Postgraduate Prosthodontics
Room 3 D 08
University of Maryland Dental School
Phone (410) 706-7047
Fax (410) 706-3028
E-mail cdriscoll@umaryland.edu

http://www.fixedprosthodontics.org/aadrtabclin.html

 

 

PRESENTATION AWARDS:

2008 AADR Caulk/Dentsply Competition:

The 21st annual Caulk/Dentsply Student Research Group (SRG) Award Competition for original research, sponsored by Caulk/Dentsply, will be held in Dallas , Texas , April 2-5, 2008 .

 Deadline:  Abstract Submission by October 19, 2007

Award:  (2) $600 first place winners (basic and clinical science) 
 (2) $400 second place winners (basic and clinical science) 
 (2) $250 third place winners (basic and clinical science)

Contact:  Marissa Naspinski E-mail: mnaspinski@iadr.org

http://www.dentalresearch.org/awards/caulk.html

 

 

  TRAVEL AWARDS:

IADR / Colgate Research in Prevention Travel Awards

The IADR is inviting applications from young investigators who have submitted an abstract which has a preventive component for a travel award to support their attendance at the IADR General Session. The objective of this award program is to encourage young investigators to undertake research in the prevention of oral diseases and to facilitate their presentation of this work to the international dental and oral health research community.

Eligibility:  Young investigators (up to five years post-graduation from dental, dental hygiene, specialty training, or pre-PhD) are eligible to apply for a travel award. Entrants must provide a verification letter of their status. In addition, entrants can only receive an IADR / Colgate Research in Prevention Travel Award once.

Deadline: February 8, 2008

Award: 6 winners will be given $2000 to attend the IADR/AADR Conference

http://www.dentalresearch.org/awards/colgatetravel.html

 

 

Dentsply/ADA Student Clinician Award:

The winner from student research day is selected to attend the American Dental Association annual meeting and compete in the National Dentsply competition.

 

Award:  Travel and expenses to attend the ADA meeting

 

 

Hinman Research Symposium:

The Hinman Student Research Symposium is a national meeting that features oral and poster presentations of research studies by dental students and graduate trainees from dental schools across North America . The program consists of a welcoming banquet with a nationally known speaker, scientific sessions with awards for the best presentations, and opportunities for getting acquainted and touring the host city. The Symposium is typically held at the historic Peabody Hotel in downtown Memphis , Tennessee

 

Eligibility: One student from each dental school may attend

 

Deadline:  Abstract submission August 31, 2007

 

Award:  Re-imbursement for travel to the symposium

 

http://www.utmem.edu/dentistry/Admissions/hinman/Hinman.html

 

EXTRAMURAL OPPORTUNITIES

 

Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Research Scholars :

Opportunity to receive research training at the NIH in Bethesda , Maryland .  Most students complete this program between their second and third years of dental school. 

 

Eligibility: Students in good standing at U.S. medical and dental schools are eligible to apply to the program. Research Scholars spend nine months to a year on the NIH campus, conducting basic, translational or applied biomedical research under the direct mentorship of senior NIH research scientists.

 

Applications Deadline:  January 15, 2008

 

Award: $25,000 for all living expenses, reimbursement for travel

 

http://www.hhmi.org/cloister/

 

SRG Annual Calendar

 

August- September              First meeting of SRG.  An introduction to research and the faculty who perform research.  Announcements are made regarding research opportunities and when the abstract deadline for the AADR meeting is (~mid-September).

 

September-October    2nd meeting

 

February-March        3rd meeting College Research Day

 

March-April 1            SRG officers and student research fellows travel to AADS / AADR annual meeting.

 

April                         4th SRG meeting discuss College of Dentistry Research Fellowship Application , elect officers  

Additional Information

Before you begin research:

 

Safety standards and governmental regulations dictate that you complete a few requirements before you participate in research and learn about the scientific process. These include safety and training classes that are required by the University Health and Environmental Safety Office.  The classes typically required are as follows:

 

Bloodborne Pathogens (must take annually)

Chemical Hygiene Plan/Laboratory Safety

Hazardous Waste

Fire Extinguisher Use

Biological Safety Cabinets

Biological Safety

Chemical Fume Hood

Emergency Eye Wash and Shower Station Use and Inspection

CITI course http://www.research.uky.edu/ori/ORIForms/13-Education_rqmt_InvestigatorsWeb.pdf

 

The classes are offered online at http://ehs.uky.edu/classes.html. You will need to complete these courses by the first day in the laboratory. At the end of each course you will be able to print a certificate of completion.  You should print all certificates and return them to your mentor for his/her records before you can begin your laboratory experience. 

 

For more information see the AADR webpage http://www.dentalresearch.org/