In the News:Lettuce Pills May Help Haemophilia

January 26, 2015

The work of Dr. Henry Daniell’s lab is featured in Scientific American, discussing pills made from bioengineered lettuce that could help prevent one of the most serious complications of haemophilia treatment.

Penn Dental’s Chair of Oral Medicine Chairs ADA Review on Prophylactic Antibiotics

January 16, 2015

Dr. Tom Sollecito Chairs the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs, which recently released clinical practice guidelines on prophylactic antibiotics for prosthetic-joint patients.

Songtao Shi Advancing Stem Cell Research

January 14, 2015

Through his work, Dr. Shi, Professor and Chair, Dept. of Anatomy & Cell Biology, and colleagues have identified/characterized new types of stem cells in periodontal ligament, the dental pulp of permanent teeth, and tendons.

Recurrent Gingival, Oral Mucosal Lesions: A JAMA Clinical Challenge

December 2, 2014

Drs. Eric Stoopler and Thomas Sollecito of the Department of Oral Medicine present a case study on lichen planus in a recent issue of JAMA.

School Welcomes Its First Thouron Scholar

December 1, 2014

Dr. Kevin Luan, a periodontic resident, was the first dental student in the Thouron Award program, a unique exchange between Penn and schools across the UK.

In the News: Immunology Oral Solutions

November 28, 2014

Dr. Henry Daniell is featured in Nature regarding his work on pills made from bioengineered lettuce that could help to prevent one of the most serious complications of haemophilia treatment.

In the News: Dr. Geroge Hajishengallis Discusses his Research into Periodontal Disease

November 24, 2014

The podcast, People Behind the Science, talked with Dr. Hajishengallis on his research and career path as a scientist.

Penn Dental Medicine Presents Live Endodontic Surgery in 3D

November 12, 2014

Two live clinical cases were part of a two-day continuing education program held at the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg Center.

Study Blocks Multiple Sclerosis Relapses in Mice

November 11, 2014

A study by Dr. George Hajishengallis found a protein that blocks inflammation in the gums does the same for inflammation in the central nervous system, which may provide therapeutic approaches for MS.

Endodontic Resident Awarded $20,000 Study Grant

November 10, 2014

Dr. Su-Min Lee (GD’15) was awarded a grant from the American Association of Endodontists Foundation for a study on new therapeutic approaches for dental pulpitis.

Accomplished Stem Cell Researcher Dr. Songtao Shi Joins Penn Dental Medicine

November 5, 2014

Dr. Shi, Professor, Dept. of Anatomy & Cell Biology, studies mesenchymal stem cells and their relationship to orofacial diseases at the molecule and cellular levels.

In the News: BBC Horizons Features Work of Dr. Henry Daniell

November 2, 2014

As part of a BBC Horizons program on medical innovations, Penn
Dental’s Dr. Henry Daniell shares his plant-based platform for producing
vaccines and biopharmaceuticals.

New Positions Building School’s Alumni Relations, Development Efforts

October 30, 2014

As part of the growth in alumni relations and development, Liz Ketterlinus joins the School in the new post of Senior Associate Dean of Development & Alumni Relations.

In the News: Penn Dental Central Part of Penn Center for Innovation Development

October 29, 2014

Penn’s Vice Provost for Research discusses the Penn Innovation Center (PCI) and the work of Penn Dental’s Dr. Henry Daniell on a platform for producing and delivering drugs through plants–part of the PCI development.

Penn Dental-Univ of Florida Team Treats Pulmonary Hypertension Through the Leaves of Plants

October 13, 2014

This study by Dr. Henry Daniell and collaborators has shown a way to deliver a therapy through oral delivery for a disease in critical need of an innovative therapy.

Penn Medicine’s Dr. Eric Goren to Receive 2014 One Health Award

September 30, 2014

Penn’s “Bridging the Gaps” program also to be recognized for excellence in interprofessional service and education. Penn Dental Medicine students and faculty participate in Bridging the Gaps and work with Dr. Goren, providing interdisciplinary services at United Community Clinic.

Penn Dental-NIH Team Discovers New Type of Cell Movement in 3D Matrix

September 2, 2014

Dr. Michel Koo and NIH collaborators found the nucleus propels cells, creating pressure that thrusts the plasma membrane forward, in a study published in Science.

In the News: NIDCR ScienceSpotlight Features Penn Dental Collaboration on LAD-I Periodontitis

August 31, 2014

Collaboration of Dr. George Hajishengallis with NIDCR investigator identifies targets to reverse bone loss and inflammation in immune disorder.

Plant-based Research at Penn Dental Prevents Complication of Hemophilia Treatment in Mice

August 30, 2014

In a new study, a research team led by Dr. Henry Daniell is using plant cells to teach the immune system to tolerate rather than attack the clotting factor protein used in treating hemophilia.

In the News: Dr. Sunday Akintoye’s Research Featured in NCI Grantee Spotlight

August 12, 2014

The National Cancer Institute spotlights the research of grantee Dr. Akintoye, who is studying the behavior of jaw bone stem cells and cancer treatment complications.