Research/Scholarship
SIU SDM Research Handbook
The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine Research Handbook is intended to assist faculty and students in their efforts to develop and manage their research projects. The handbook provides information about internal funding, external funding, research compliance protocols, and the ethical and responsible conduct of research.
Review the SIU SDM Research Handbook [pdf]
Student Research
2021 Research Day - Scholarly Pursuits Honored During SIU SDM Virtual Research Day
Expanded reach, more in-depth presentations and real-time voting were among the highlights of the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine’s (SIU SDM) Research Day, held virtually in April 2021.
The annual event features a nationally-recognized guest speaker and research presentations from SIU SDM students. Keynote speaker Richard Gregory, PhD, associate dean for graduate education at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, spoke on the “Role of Smoking and Diet on the Oral Microbiome.” He also provided an excellent lecture highlighting the many benefits of student research in dentistry.
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“Dr. Gregory did a wonderful job elucidating the benefits of student involvement in research,” said Duane Douglas, DMD, SIU SDM interim director of research. “He has a rich history of mentoring students in dental research. The excitement he conveyed was contagious to our potential future student researchers.”
Research students overcame COVID-19-induced obstacles related to their research pursuits, as well as their scholastic and clinical demands.
“Our research students essentially lost the entire summer which is set aside for student research,” Douglas explained. “It was vital to host this event to recognize their efforts and share their successes with the School of Dental Medicine’s community.”
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As the first-place overall winner, Nash earned the Student Competition for Advancing Dental Research and its Application (SCADA) Award, presented by Dentsply Sirona and the American Association for Dental Research (AADR). SCADA’s mission is to advance the art and science of dentistry by introducing predoctoral students to the world of dental research. The award includes an all-expense paid trip to attend and present at the next Annual Meeting & Exhibition of the AADR. Given Nash will graduate with her doctor of dental medicine (DMD) in June, Snyder will pursue the travel and presentation opportunity.
“I am grateful and honored to have been selected, as each of the research projects and presentations was outstanding,” Nash said. “I’d like to thank my research mentors and the research committee for the entire opportunity.”
Nash’s project was entitled, “Shear Bond Strength of Composite Resin to Silver Diamine Fluoride-Treated Carious Permanent Dentin.”
“The primary goal of the study was to measure the bond strength of a composite resin (tooth-colored filling material) to dental cavities that have been previously treated with silver diamine fluoride (SDF), a topical medication used to arrest dental decay and relieve hypersensitivity,” explained Nash. “The results suggest that SDF treatment does not adversely affect composite resin fillings.”
She notes that her research experience has expanded her knowledge of dental materials and helped bridge her didactic and clinical understanding.
“To have had the experience to learn from my research mentors and share our findings within our professional community is an honor,” Nash said. “I’m excited and grateful to continue my specialty training at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago as a pediatric dental resident.”
Also presented during Research Day were the Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS) Foundation’s Research Competition awards:
- Basic Science and Research: Jesse Snyder (Faculty mentor: Barbara McCracken)
- Basic Science and Research Honorable Mention: Noah Kippenbrock (Faculty mentors: Dr. Duane Douglas and Dr. Barbara McCracken)
- Clinical Application and Techniques: Alexandra Nash (Faculty mentors: Dr. Christa Hopp and Dr. Valerie Spivey)
- Clinical Application and Techniques Honorable Mention: Kelly Cusack (Faculty mentors: Dr. Mohamed Omran and Dr. Bret Gruender)
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SIU SDM Research Day speaker Richard Gregory, PhD, associate dean for graduate education at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. S
SIU SDM fourth-year student Alexandra Nash (middle) earned first-place overall and the People’s Choice Award at the 2021 Research Day. She stands holding her award with Duane Douglas, DMD, SIU SDM interim director of research (right), and SIU SDM Dean Bruce Rotter, DMD.
Dean’s Student Research Fellowship Program
Each year, funding is made available for student participation in research, sponsored by SDM faculty. Research fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis as determined by merit of a submitted research proposal. This program is designed to introduce a student to research. Funding for a second year student is approved only in rare cases. Details of the research program and how to apply are offered through the links that follow:
- Dean’s Student Research Fellowship Guidelines and Checklist [pdf]
- Prospectus [pdf]
- Cover Sheet [pdf]
- Budget Request Form [pdf]
- Report Form [pdf]
SIU SDM Research Committee
All research conducted by SDM faculty (regardless of the type or source of funding) and changes to current/ongoing research projects must be approved in advance by the SDM Research Committee. No scholarly activity points will be awarded for research activity which was not pre-approved by the Research Committee.
The SDM Research Committee requests all materials which need consideration and/or approval be submitted to Office of Research for processing at least one week before the next committee meeting. The SDM Research Committee meeting schedule is:
| SDM Research Committee 2021-2022 Meeting Schedule |
Materials for Consideration/Approval Due By |
|---|---|
| September 9, 2021 | September 2, 2021 |
| October 14, 2021 | October 7, 2021 |
| November 11, 2021 | November 4, 2021 |
| December 9, 2021 | December 2, 2021 |
| January 13, 2022 | January 6, 2022 |
| February 10, 2022 | February 3, 2022 |
| March 10, 2022 | March 3, 2022 |
| April 14, 2022 | April 7, 2022 |
| May 12, 2022 | May 5, 2022 |
| June 9, 2022 | June 2, 2022 |
Other important events for 2021-2022
April 4, 2022: Research Day Table Clinic Competition
April 5, 2022: Research Day
If you have any questions, please contact the Director of Research or any member of the SDM Research Committee for assistance.
- Dr. Achint Utreja, Chair; Ext. 7215
- Dr. Christa Hopp, Vice-Chair; Ext. 7052
- Dr. Nathalia Garcia; Ext. 7180
- Dr. Katie Hanser; Ext. 7120
- Dr. Abigail Eilerman; Ext. 7131
- Dr. Cinnamon VanPutte; Ext. 7212
- Dr. Duane Douglas, Ex-Officio; Ext. 7065
- Dr. Douglas Miley, Consultant; Ext. 7208
Pilot Project Application Forms
- Pilot Project Guidelines [.doc]
- Budget Request [.doc]
- Application Cover Sheet [.doc]
- Report Form [.doc]
Advanced Investigation Award Application Forms
- SDM AIA Guidelines [.doc]
- Budget Request [.doc]
- Application Cover Sheet [.doc]
- Report Form [.doc]
SDM Research Projects – No Funds Requested (N.F.R.)
SDM STimulus Award for Resubmissions (STAR)
Other Office of Research Forms
- Faculty Travel Request Form [.doc]
- University-Funded Travel Release Form [.doc]
- Graduate Student Travel Request Form [.doc]
- SIUE Graduate School Travel Budget Worksheet [.doc]
- Research Supply Order Form [.doc]
- Research Equipment Request Form [.doc]
- Supplemental Grant Award Form [.doc]
American Association for Dental Research
The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine is an Institutional Section member of the American Association for Dental Research, and we encourage our faculty, research staff and students to join AADR at the individual level. Dedicated scientists turn to AADR to move their research into action.
Being an AADR member will give you:
- Increased opportunities to advocate for the future of dental, oral and craniofacial research;
- Online access to cutting-edge science published in the Journal of Dental Research;
- A subscription to the monthly AADR Science Advocate e-newsletter;
- Discounted registration rates to attend AADR and IADR meetings;
- A platform to network and collaborate with researchers and others in the field of dentistry;
- And much more!
For more information and to join, visit http://www.iadr.org/AADR/Join-Renew/Join-Us
