News: School of Dental Medicine

A device created by UNLV Engineering researchers for a space experiment
Research |

First-of-its-kind device developed by UNLV for International Space Station experiment will test microgravity and Earth differences in growth and treatment of oral bacteria.

A student wears a white coat with a patch that reads 'UNLV School of Medicine'
Campus News |

Future medical professionals collect the clothing that's a mark of their station.

President Whitfield speaking at a podium
Business and Community |

Take a moment on March 30 to recognize the contributions UNLV's medical professionals are making to our community.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at UNLV.

A woman sits next to a series of three sets of model teeth
Research |

Dr. Tanya Al-Talib advocates for dentists becoming the first line of defense against sleep apnea and other sleep breathing issues.

Valinder "Val" Addison in front of palm trees and blue sky.
People |

While some of us have nicknames we wish everyone would forget, Valinder Addison likes hers because her family and friends say she keeps going, and going, and going.

A student probes a preserved human head
Research |

Plastinated human head specimens give dental students complete, odor-free, hands-on learning experiences.

medical worker in full protective suit making "LV" sign with hands
Business and Community |

As the pandemic tightened its grip on Nevada, the nation, and the world, UNLV responded in ways big and small. Members of the media also turned to UNLV's faculty experts for answers.

professor seated behind table topped with test tubes and lab equipment
Research |

Dr. Jeffrey Ebersole, professor of biomedical sciences at UNLV School of Dental Medicine, explains how leading vaccine candidates differ at the cellular level and what it could mean for their effectiveness.

Brandi Dupont headshot
People |

School of Dental Medicine Alumna of the Year Dr. Brandi Dupont pursued a career in oral health to help better serve those in need.

portrait of woman
Business and Community |

For nearly 20 years, UNLV Dental Medicine professor Christina Demopoulos has helped Southern Nevada children improve their dental health.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories featuring the people and programs of UNLV.