Research | UCLA School of Dentistry
Discover UCLA School of Dentistry’s high-impact research initiatives transforming clinical practice and education in oral health and dental science.
Areas of Discovery | UCLA School of Dentistry
The UCLA School of Dentistry conducts basic and applied research into the genesis, molecular mechanisms, prevention and treatment of cancer.
Resources | UCLA School of Dentistry
Discover our 30 research labs and explore faculty laboratories dedicated to advancing our research initiatives. Contact our team for more info.
Dental Research Fellowship Program | UCLA School of Dentistry
With a wide range of exciting research topics under investigation at the School of Dentistry, students in the program can conduct one of four types of research: literature review, basic …
Dental Specialty and PhD Program | UCLA School of Dentistry
It is open to a small, but select, group of dentists who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents interested in pursuing dual training in a clinical specialty as well as rigorous scientific research …
#ResearchPowersProgress at the UCLA School of Dentistry
Aug 7, 2025 · Explore recent research findings in the UCLA School of Dentistry, made possible by grant-funded studies.
The Shapiro Family Laboratory of Viral Oncology and Aging Research …
More recently Dr. Park initiated a research project to investigate the role of severe periodontitis (severe gum disease) on the development of atherosclerosis (a vascular wall cancer) and …
Hernandez-Kapila Lab | UCLA School of Dentistry
As a clinician–scientist with more than 30 years of clinical, research, teaching/mentoring, and administrative experience, Dr. Yvonne Hernandez-Kapila has made important discoveries …
Lee Lab | UCLA School of Dentistry
Dr. Lee’s research focuses on the design and development of new biomaterial systems.
Research Opportunities | UCLA School of Dentistry
Explore research opportunities at UCLA School of Dentistry, offering advanced training programs and fellowships for dental and graduate students.