2OO9 – 2O1O - Faculty of Dentistry - University of Otago
2OO9 – 2O1O - Faculty of Dentistry - University of Otago
2OO9 – 2O1O - Faculty of Dentistry - University of Otago
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Introduction from the Dean<br />
This is the second Research Report <strong>of</strong> the Sir John Walsh Research Institute and it is again<br />
an honour to write this introduction. The Institute within the <strong>Faculty</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Dentistry</strong> at the<br />
<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Otago</strong> continues to provide a focus for dental research, not only within New<br />
Zealand, but also within the Pacific; as such, it provides the research base underpinning the<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essions <strong>of</strong> dentistry in New Zealand. The Institute draws together the research strengths in<br />
Oral Biomechanics (including Dental Biomaterials, Oral Implantology and Forensic <strong>Dentistry</strong>),<br />
Dental Education Research, Dental Epidemiology and Public Health, Molecular & Immuno-Oral<br />
Pathology and Molecular Oral Microbiology. With the appointment <strong>of</strong> new staff, it is likely that<br />
these groups will grow and new ones emerge as the <strong>Faculty</strong> evolves and the needs <strong>of</strong> the Oral<br />
Health pr<strong>of</strong>essions change as we move into the 21st century.<br />
The Institute has already hosted a number <strong>of</strong> international visitors and has developed a<br />
Memorandum <strong>of</strong> Understanding with Chulalongkorn <strong>University</strong> in Thailand. Chulalongkorn<br />
<strong>University</strong> is not only Thailand’s oldest <strong>University</strong> but also one <strong>of</strong> the most prestigious in Asia,<br />
and it is appropriate that the Institute develops relationships with high-ranking Universities in the<br />
Asia-Pacific region.<br />
The Sir John Walsh Research Institute, however, continues to focus on the needs <strong>of</strong> the dental<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essions in New Zealand. With your continuing support and commitment to dental research<br />
in this country, the oral health (and hence general health) <strong>of</strong> all New Zealanders will be based<br />
on a firm footing.<br />
I congratulate Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Jules Kieser and all those involved in the Institute on their achievements<br />
thus far and wish them all the best for the future.<br />
Gregory J Seymour AM FRSNZ<br />
Dean, <strong>Faculty</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Dentistry</strong><br />
<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Otago</strong><br />
PO Box 647<br />
Dunedin<br />
New Zealand<br />
Email: gregory.seymour@otago.ac.nz<br />
Website: www.otago.ac.nz/dentistry<br />
2 FACULTY OF DENTISTRY RESEARCH REPORT 2009-2010
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