New discoveries and technological developments in such diverse fields as molecular biology, biotechnology, biomaterials, tissue engineering, microbiology, epidemiology, imaging and computer science is rapidly changing how we diagnose and treat patients. To deal with the changes and exploit and implement new possibilities we need to educate clinically aware researchers and research trained clinical specialists.
Unique Research environment
The PhD program at the Faculty of Dentistry offers a unique research environment combining technology and medical and life sciences for ambitious students to achieve something significant in clinical and clinically related topics and to discover and learn about new disciplines and advance career possibilities.
Technical and scientific training
Doing a PhD at the faculty is also a great way to improve your ability to understand and solve problems, gain professional skills and confidence and make you a better communicator. Aside from the technical and scientific training you will learn how to seek and critically assess relevant information, how to work independently and as a member of a team, and how to manage your time and prioritize your activities. These are all transferable skills valuable to future employers.
Cutting-edge science and Technology
If you have a natural desire and fascination for knowledge and are excited by the possibility to specialize in a particular topic you will enjoy the opportunity to focus on a problem of cutting-edge science and technology at the Faculty of Dentistry. To contribute to the advancement of knowledge and becoming an expert in your own area can be amazingly rewarding.