Postdoctoral Oral Biology (OB)

• SDM OB 763: Basic Processes in Oral Biology
  This introductory Oral Biology course explores fundamental biological processes at the cellular and molecular levels as they relate to oral and craniofacial health. Topics include gene expression, extracellular matrix dynamics, molecular signaling in craniofacial diseases, tooth development, bone biology, oral stem cells, and the molecular basis of inherited and acquired conditions. The course provides a scientific foundation for understanding the pathogenesis and potential treatment strategies for oral diseases. 1st and 2nd sem.
• SDM OB 766: Oral Immunology & Microbiology
  Immunology section: The purpose of this course is to present material relative to the subject of oral immunobiology. The course will deal with the basics of the immune reaction from a subcellular level to an entire host reaction as they pertain to the etiology and pathogenesis of the disease processes in oral cavity. This course will relate basic science findings to the clinical situations with an emphasis on treatment modalities for delivering clinical care. It is also the purpose of the course to provide an understanding of disease pathogenesis so that an informed basis of therapy can be recommended. Microbiology section: The purpose of this course is to examine the complex microbial ecology of the mouth, with focus on the key microbes involved in dental diseases. The course will include the basic aspects of oral biofilm formation and microbial pathogenicity, with focus on the microbial diversity involved in caries, periodontal and periapical infections. There will be a short analysis of diagnostic microbial identification, as well as treatment modalities. This course will attempt to link microbial clinical problems with basic infectious disease concepts, for a well informed approach to treatment.
• SDM OB 830: Research Writing
  The course introduces the essential elements of scientific writing and describes the fundamental concepts and components of scientific reports and proposals. It provides practical instruction in developing such components, with emphasis on literature searches, data management and journal article summarization. The course also identifies ethical issues in research writing and in the responsible conduct of research, with emphasis on research involving human subjects and vertebrate animals. Through practical exercises, students gain skills in scientific communication and responsible research practices.
• SDM OB 850: Oral Biology Journal Club
  Weekly review and discussion of current pertinent literature in oral biology and related fields. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th sem.
• SDM OB 852: Oral Biology Journal Club
  Weekly review and discussion of current pertinent literature in oral biology and related fields. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th sem.
• SDM OB 991: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 992: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 993: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 994: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 995: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.