Speakers
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Yi-Wen Chen
Associate Professor, Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Dental School, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Yi-Wen Chen
Associate Professor, Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Dental School, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Dr. Chen is a dental professional currently holding the position of Associate Professor at the Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry within the esteemed Dental School of National Taiwan University. In addition, she also serves as a Visiting Staff member in the Department of Periodontology at the renowned National Taiwan University Hospital. With a strong focus on periodontology, she has made significant contributions to the field through her extensive research and clinical expertise. Dr. Chen’s research interests lie primarily in the realm of periodontology microbiology and the etiology and treatment of peri-implantitis. Her groundbreaking work in these areas has shed new light on the mechanisms behind periodontal diseases and has contributed to the development of more effective treatment strategies. Her research findings have been published in reputable peer-reviewed journals, allowing her work to reach a wide audience and make a lasting impact on the field. Dr. Chen’s multifaceted contributions to research, clinical practice, and professional organizations have solidified her reputation as an influential leader in dental academia and have paved the way for advancements in the understanding and treatment of periodontal diseases.
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Yu-Chih Chiang
Professor and Director, Molecular Imaging Center, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Yu-Chih Chiang
Professor and Director, Molecular Imaging Center, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Yu-Chih Chiang holds the position of Professor and serves as the Head of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry, as well as the Chair of the Oral Biomaterials Core Lab at National Taiwan University in Taipei, Taiwan. Additionally, he holds the esteemed position of Director at the National Taiwan University Molecular Imaging Center. He obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Chung Shan Medical University, followed by an M.S. in the Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry from National Taiwan University. He furthered his academic pursuits by earning a Ph.D. in Dental-Medicine from the University of Munich in Germany. Notably, he has previously served as the President of the Taiwan Academy of Operative Dentistry. His current research focuses on the development of multifunctional and designable biomaterials for regenerative medicine, specifically in the areas of dentin-pulp regeneration. Additionally, his research encompasses studies on caries control, including the development of antibacterial materials, de- and re-mineralization techniques, fracture mechanics, Inlay/Onlay design for restored teeth. Moreover, he actively contributes to the advancement of Adhesive Dentistry Science, playing a key role in dental clinical education initiatives.
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Shashirekha Govind
Professor & Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University, India
Shashirekha Govind
Professor & Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University, India
Dr. Shashirekha.Govind completed her Under graduation from Bangalore university (2001) and Post-graduation from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru (India) in the year 2007. Currently She is Professor & Head in the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, and a PG Guide. PhD in application of biomaterials in cariology. She did Post graduate diploma in Clinical Research from IDA. She is a clinical demonstrator for the UG and PG students and actively involves in Research activities and also member for Academic Council and Board of studies from the Department for Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan deemed to be University. She has 17 years of clinical experience and has exposure to state-of-the-art techniques in Micro-esthetic, Microendodontics, Specialized in management of Separated instruments, and Cosmetic Dentistry. She has 45 Publications in National and International peer reviewed Journals, 5 patent applied, two patent grant. She has attended and presented in many International and National conferences. She is a Reviewer and Editorial member for national and international journals. She was a honoured with Global Faculty award 2020, Women researcher award 2021 by International Scientist Awards on Engineering, Science and Medicine VDGOOD TM Technology Factory, and Research excellence award 2021 by Institute of Scholars. She is Associated with various National (IACDE,IACD,IDA,WDC) International (ConsAsia AFOCD,ORCA, Cochrane member, IADR) and Speciality (IACDE, IES) associations. She has been invited as guest speaker for national and international forum. Cleared Diplomate of the Indian Board of Endodontics in the year 2021. Panel speaker for Ivoclar Vivadent
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Chia-Yi Hsu
R&D Manager, Institute of Neuroscience, National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan
Chia-Yi Hsu
R&D Manager, Institute of Neuroscience, National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan
EDUCATION
B.S. (Zoology), National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Ph.D. (Neuroscience), National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan
POSITIONS
2021 – Present: CTO. Dr. Signal Biotech. Co., Ltd. Taiwan
2018 – 2021: CTO. Cross Strait Biotech. Inc. Taiwan
2014 – 2017: Lab Director. VIA Cord Blood Stem Foundation. Taiwan
2010 – 2013: Research Associate. Dep. of Medical Research. MMH-TPE. Taiwan 2008 – 2010: Post-doctor. Inst. of Neuroscience. NYMU. Taiwan
PATENTS
1. Chun-Shane Chou, Chia-Yi, Hsu, Tzn-Yen Weng, Wen-Ching Ku. 2021. “A Method for the Isolation and the Expansion of Adipose Tissue-Derived Stromal Cells Using Non-enzymatic Pre-treatment Procedures”. Taiwan Patent 108124781. Approved.
CERTIFICATES
1. “Training for Head of Medical Laboratory”. TAF-MH103001-C-04.
2. “Medical Laboratory Accreditation Requirement – ISO 15189”. TAF-MM103001-C-07.
MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
1. Society for Neuroscience, Washington DC, USA
2. International Society for Stem Cell Research, Skokie IL, USA
PUBLICATIONS
1. Hsu CY, Chang NC, Chen CP, Chang AC (in prep) LUZP1 is required for murine cortical and hippocampal genesis.
2. Hsu CY, Wu HY, Chen CP, Chang NC, Chang AC (in prep) LUZP1 is required for murine telencephalic midline and commissural development.
3. Chang AC, Hsu CY, Chen YY, Chang NC (in prep) Stem cell therapy in a mouse model of homocystinuria.
4. Hsu CY, Chang NC, Lee MWY, Lee KH, Sun DS, Lai C, Chang AC (2008) LUZP deficiency affects neural tube closure during brain development. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun. 376: 466-471.
5. Lee MW, Chang AC, Sun DS, Hsu CY, Chang NC (2001) Restricted expression of LUZP in neural lineage cells: a study in embryonic stem cells. J Biomed. Sci. 8:504-511 -
Mithunjith Krishnan
Associate Professor, Indiragandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, India
Mithunjith Krishnan
Associate Professor, Indiragandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, India
Dr.Mithunjith completed his under graduation & Post graduation in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics from Government Dental College, Pondicherry. He has specialized in Aesthetic Dentistry by undergoing training from Esthetic legends like Dr.Christian Coachman, Dr.Galip Gurel , Dr.Marcelo Calamita etc.
He runs an exclusive state of Art Aesthetic practice in Pondicherry French town which has catered more than 25 country people for their esthetic and dental needs. The clinic has been equipped with complete digital workflows to provide smiles beyond boundaries.
He has won the prestigious IACDE Clinical Excellence Award in 2018 and the Aeshetic practice of the year 2021 in famdent awards. For the two consecutive years he has won outstanding dentist of the year below 45 years in Famdent awards.Currently he is the KOL for Ivoclar and conducts lectures and workshops on direct composites, Digital smile design & on all ceramics pan India. -
Ting-Hsun Lan
Kaohsiung Medical University - School of Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, Taiwan
Ting-Hsun Lan
Kaohsiung Medical University - School of Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, Taiwan
Ting-Hsun Lan received his dental education and Dr. med. dent. degree from the College of Dental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Taiwan in 2011/ 2017. In 2014 Dr. Lan received an Assistant Professorship at the College of Dental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan. From 2021 on he was an Associate Professor at the same University. In 2018 Dr. Lan was a Visiting Scholar at the Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics, Minnesota University, USA. Additionally, since 2019 he holds an Adjunct Chair at the Division of Prosthodontics, Department of Dentistry at the Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Taiwan, Chief of Division of Research and International Affairs Department of Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine in 2023.
Ting-Hsun Lan is a Specialist for Prosthodontics (the Academy of Prosthetic Dentistry, ROC), (the Academy of Perio-Prosthodontics Taiwan, ROC), (Association of Family Dentistry, ROC), (Taiwan Academy of Implant Dentistry), (Taiwan Academy of Operative Dentistry, ROC)
He is a Taiwan Leadership Team of the ITI (International Team for Implantology). Furthermore, Ting-Hsun Lan serves the Academy of Prosthetic Dentistry, the Academy of Perio-Prosthodontics Taiwan, the Formosan Association for the Promotion of Oral Biotchnology and Medical Devices, Taiwan Academy of Implant Dentistry and President of Southern Taiwan Academy of Implant Dentistry (2022-2023). -
Pao-Ying Lin
Director & Chief Attending, Professors Dental Clinic, Taiwan
Pao-Ying Lin
Director & Chief Attending, Professors Dental Clinic, Taiwan
Dr. Lin received his DDS degree from Kaohsiung Medical University, Taiwan in 1987. After obtaining periodontal postgraduate training certificate and master degree at the Ohio State University in 1991, he was appointed as clinical assistant professor in department of periodontology, college of dentistry, OSU from 1991-92.
He is a diplomate of American Board of Periodontology (ABP) certified in 2000 and International Congress of Oral Implantologist (ICOI) certified in 2014. He is the past president of Taiwan Academies of Gnathology (TAG), Aesthetic Dentistry (TAAD) and Periodontology (TAP). The first volume of his academic book publication released in 2019 by the Quintessence Publishing Beijing titled: Color Atlas: Soft Tissue Management for Natural Teeth and Dental Implant-A Problem Solving Driven Guide.
Dr. Lin is currently part-time teaching at the Ohio State University as adjunct assistant professor and the National Taiwan University as an attending. He maintains a full-time private practice limited to periodontics, implant and esthetic dentistry in Taipei, Taiwan since 1994. He also founded and directed a training center: the International Professors Dental Institute for Clinical Training (iProDICT) in Taipei since 2007 in which he offers Perio, Implant and Esthetic courses for participants all over the world.
His numerous lectures, presentations and courses nationally and internationally were very well received. With his major passion on "maximal preservation" for natural dentition and "optimal reconstruction" for dental implants, he endeavors in shedding the light of saving hopeless teeth and implants even without the compromise of esthetics. -
Chien-Ju Lin
Part-time faculty , Division of Prosthodontics, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan
Chien-Ju Lin
Part-time faculty , Division of Prosthodontics, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan
Dr. Lin, Chien-Ju is a dental professional with a strong background in prosthodontics. She completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at National Taiwan University (NTU) from September 2005 to June 2011. To further enhance her knowledge and skills, she pursued a Master of Science (MS) degree at NTU from September 2015 to June 2017. Dr. Lin, Chien-Ju underwent residency training at National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH) from July 2011 to July 2015. During her residency, she gained extensive experience in various aspects of prosthodontics, developing a solid foundation in restorative dentistry and oral rehabilitation.
With her comprehensive training, Dr. Lin, Chien-Ju joined the Division of Prosthodontics in the Department of Dentistry at National Taiwan University Hospital as an attending staff member from July 2015 to August 2021. During her tenure, she provided specialized care in prosthodontics, focusing on restorative treatments and oral rehabilitation. Since August 2021, she has taken on the role of part-time faculty within the Division of Prosthodontics at NTUH.
Dr. Lin, Chien-Ju remains committed to staying updated with the latest advancements in prosthodontics, especially in digital dental field. She actively participates in continuing education programs and attends dental conferences to enhance her knowledge and skills.
Beyond her clinical and academic pursuits, Dr. Lin actively engages in professional organizations related to prosthodontics, collaborating with peers and contributing to the development of the field. -
Shogo Maekawa
Department of Periodontology, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan
Shogo Maekawa
Department of Periodontology, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan
Dr. Maekawa serves as the certified Periodontist in the Japanese Society of Periodontology and currently is an assistant professor at the Department of Periodontology, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU). He completed periodontal specialty training as well as a Ph.D. course at the Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, TMDU in 2016. Since graduation, he had been working as a clinical fellow and a specially-appointed assistant professor, dedicated to clinic, research, and clinical teaching to the residents at the TMDU Dental Hospital. From 2020, he worked as an Osteology Research Scholar in the Giannobile Lab, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, supported by the Osteology Foundation. With his mentor Dr. William Giannobile, Dr. Maekawa had worked as a full-time research fellow funded by Uehara Memorial Foundation for a year and had contributed to preclinical research regarding periodontal/peri-implant tissue regeneration in the Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM). At the same time, He had also been a part-time faculty at the division of Periodontology, HSDM. Since September 2022, he has been a faculty in the Department of Periodontology, TMDU, and is currently working as a director at the Periodontics in the TMDU Hospital. His teaching interests are periodontal surgery, regenerative therapy, and implant dentistry. He is the principal investigator of the Clinical Trial and preclinical study regarding tissue repair and periodontal regeneration. His research endeavor is to study the dynamics of tissue healing, mechanisms of periodontal destruction, and regeneration of periodontal/peri-implant tissue. His work has been supported by the Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research, the Japanese Society of Periodontology (JSP), and the Osteology Foundation. He received prestigious awards such as the Best Award for Clinical Research in Osteology (2017), the best clinical research award in the American Academy of Periodontology/Japanese Association of Clinical Periodontology/JSP (2018), Encourage Award in JSP (2020), etc. He has published more than 25 peer-reviewed articles and had numerous conference abstracts/presentations related to periodontics and implant dentistry.
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Kyung-San Min
Department of Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University, South Korean
Kyung-San Min
Department of Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University, South Korean
Prof. Min is a professor of Conservative Dentistry at Jeonbuk National University School of Dentistry. He obtained a DDS at Dankook University and a PhD from the same institution. After a residency in conservative dentistry, he was appointed to serve as an assistant professor at Wonkwang University. He was a visiting scholar at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, and was then appointed as an associate professor and subsequently full professor at Jeonbuk National University. He also has been appointed by the editorial board of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics as the Editor-in-Chief starting with the first issue of 2020.
Over the course of his career, Prof. Min has emerged as a leading expert in the field. He has published extensively in the area of endodontics, with articles in prestigious journals. These publications include many seminal descriptions of endodontic biomaterials, dentin-pulp complex regeneration, endodontic biofilms, and problems in clinical endodontics. His research findings have had a major influence on the development of various endodontic biomaterials and clinical strategies.