Dr. Kenneth L. Allen, ’73, Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on winning the Education Research Group Award presented by the International Association for Dental Research; on coauthoring an article entitled "Peer Teaching: Easing the Faculty Shortage," for the Journal of Faculty Development; on copresenting a workshop entitled "Technology: A Valuable Tool for Faculty Standardization" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, with Dr. James Kaim, Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, and Dr. Elise Eisenberg, ’84, Clinical Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion and Director of Dental Informatics & Digital Services; and on copresenting a poster entitled "On Using the Simulation Laboratory for Clinical Faculty Standardization," at the ADEA meeting. Dr. Allen’s copresenters were Dr. Kaim; Dr. Andrew B. Schenkel, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; Dr. Barnett Bucklan, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; Dr. Benjamin Godder, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; and Dr. Mark S. Wolff, Professor and Chair of the Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care. Dr. Allen was also elected Chairman–Elect of the Clinical Simulation section of ADEA.

Ms. Elyse Bloom, Assistant Dean for Communications & Public Affairs, on presenting "Global Health Nexus: Chronicling Transformation/ Transforming Institutional Image" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association.

Dr. Page Caufield, Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on being chosen by the American Dental Association to serve on a panel of experts to develop evidence–based recommendations for pit and fissure sealant placement.

Dr. Steven Chu, Clinical Associate Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, on being quoted in an article entitled "Digital Transitions" in Dental Lab Products on the potential for adapting sonar technology to aesthetic dentistry procedures.

Dr. Ronald G. Craig, Associate Professor of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology, on authoring an article entitled "Effects of Periodontal Cell Grafts and Enamel Matrix Proteins on the Connective Tissue—Implant Interface: A Pilot Study in the Mini Pig," for the Journal of Oral Implantology, with Dr. Angela R. Kamer, Assistant Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry; Dr. Sathya P. Kallur, ’99, Clinical Assistant Professor of Endodontics; and Dr. Dennis P. Tarnow, ’72, Professor and Chair of the Ashman Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. Dr. Craig also coauthored an article entitled "Periodontal Diseases: A Modifiable Source of Systemic Inflammation in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients?" for Nephrology, Dialysis & Transplantation, with Dr. Kamer.

Dr. Elise S. Eisenberg, ’84, Clinical Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion and Director of Dental Informatics & Digital Services, on presenting the keynote address, entitled "Leadership—Small Steps Lead to Big Gains," at the Eastern Regional Meeting of the American Student Dental Association; on presenting a symposium entitled "Transforming Dental Education: Educational Technology" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association; and on being elected a Delegate to the Dental Informatics Section, the Council of Sections Task Force for Developing Competencies and Foundation Knowledge, and as the Women’s Liaison Officer from NYUCD, all with ADEA.

Ms. Jill Fernandez, Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, on copresenting "The Use of Personal Digital Assistants in Pediatric Dentistry" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, with Dr. Elise Eisenberg, Clinical Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion and Director of Dental Informatics & Digital Services, and Dr. Amr Moursi, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Michael B. Ferguson, Clinical Associate Professor of Prosthodontics, on authoring an article entitled "Recreating an Esthetic Smile: A Multidisciplinary Approach," for the International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry.

Ms. Winnie Furnari, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene, on presenting a poster entitled "Clinical Journal Writing Assessment" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, coauthored with Ms. Lorilei Kirby, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene.

Dr. David Glotzer, ’58, Clinical Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on coauthoring a series of articles entitled "Increasing First Responder and Public Health Capabilities During Times of Crisis," for the NYU Center for Catastrophe Preparedness & Response, with Dr. Walter Psoter, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, and Dr. Dianne Rekow, Professor and Chair of the Department of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology and Director of Translational Research; and on completing a course entitled "The Hospital Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear, and Explosive Incidents," conducted jointly by the US Army Medical Research Institutes of Chemical Defense and Infectious Diseases and the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute.

Dr. Benjamin Godder, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on completing a course entitled "The Hospital Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear, and Explosive Incidents," conducted jointly by the US Army Medical Research Institutes of Chemical Defense and Infectious Diseases and the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute.

Dr. Joseph Guttenplan, Professor of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology, on being named by the World Trade Organization to serve on a scientific panel examining the safety of importing hormone–treated beef to the European Union.

Dr. Dae Won Haam, Advanced Program for International Dentists in Implant Dentistry, ’07, on winning first place in the Academy of Osseointegration’s 2007 annual meeting poster competition for "Accuracy Assessment of Computerized Axial Tomography–Scan Images Based on the Placement of the Reference Plane," coauthored by Dr. Nancy Kim, Advanced Education Program in Periodontology; Dr. Jose Navarro, Advanced Program for International Dentists in Implant Dentistry, ’06; Dr. Stuart L. Segelnick, Clinical Assistant Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry; Dr. Sang–Choon Cho, ’03, Clinical Assistant Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry; Dr. Stuart J. Froum, ’70, Clinical Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry; and Dr. Nicolas Elian, ’91, Assistant Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Neal G. Herman, ’72, Clinical Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, on presenting a poster entitled "The Intersection of Dental Education & Community Service: The US Virgin Islands Experience" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, coauthored with Dr. Amr Moursi, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry; Ms. Jill Fernandez, Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry; Dr. Torri Lynn–Catherine Chatman, Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry,’07; and Dr. Jacky Ha Thai, Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry, ’07.

Dr. Shankar S. Iyer, ’94, Clinical Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics, on being named an Honored Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and on being elected a Trustee of the Northeast District of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Leila Jahangiri, Assistant Professor and Chair of the Blatterfein Department of Prosthodontics, on coauthoring "Evaluation of the Marginal Seal of CEREC 3D Restorations Using Two Different Luting Agents," for General Dentistry, with Dr. Claudine A. Agosta, Advanced Education Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ’08, and Dr. Denise J. Estafan, Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care.

Dr. Jocelyn Jeffries, ’07, on receiving the New York State Dental Foundation Award, presented to the graduating senior who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in promoting dental student participation in the American Dental Student Association, excellence in academics and commitment to the underserved. Added kudos to Dr. Jeffries on receiving the Listerine Preventive Dentistry Award for best student poster presentation at the annual meeting of ADEA. The poster, entitled "The 2006 Interim Analysis Survey Review on Catastrophe Preparedness Studies" was coauthored with Dr. Yves Jean, MS in Clinical Research ’04; Dr. David L. Glotzer, ’58, Clinical Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; Dr. Walter Psoter, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion; Dr. Ruthie Barreau, MS in Clinical Research ’06; Dr. Frederick More, Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion and of Pediatric Dentistry; and Dr. Rajiv Karloopia, MS in Clinical Research ’06.

Dr. A. Ross Kerr, Clinical Associate Professor of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine, on authoring a commentary entitled "Efficacy of Oral Lycopene in the Management of Oral Submucous Fibrosis" for Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontology.

Dr. Kathleen W. Kinnally, Professor of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology, on coauthoring an article entitled "The Nuclear Receptor Interacting Factor–3 Transcriptional Coregulator Mediates Rapid Apoptosis In Breast Cancer Cells Through Direct And Bystander–Mediated Events," for Cancer Research, with Dr. Sonia Martinez–Caballero, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology.

Ms. Judy Kreismann, Clinical Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene, on presenting a poster entitled "Dental Hygiene Pre–Clinic Course Tutorial" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, coauthored with Ms. Eva M. Lupovici, Clinical Professor of Dental Hygiene, and Professor Cheryl M. Westphal, Assistant Dean for Allied Health Programs and Director of the Dental Hygiene Program.

Dr. Charles D. Larsen, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, on completing the Health Professions Program for Dental School Faculty at the Institute for Teaching and Learning, a collaborative partnership between the Academy for Academic Leadership in Atlanta and the University of Missouri–Kansas School of Dentistry.

Dr. Racquel Z. LeGeros, Professor and Associate Chair of the Department of Biomaterials and Biomimetics and Linkow Professor of Implant Dentistry, on authoring an article entitled "Coating on Braces May Inhibit Plaque Growth and Decalcification," for the Journal of the American Dental Association, and on the following presentations: "Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials for Orthopedic and Dental Applications," at the European Society for Biomaterials; "Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials for Dentistry and Medicine" at the Second International Conference on Valorization of Phosphates and Phosphorus Compounds; "Properties of Substituted Apatites and Substituted Tricalcium Phosphates," at the International Conference on Design of Biomaterials; and "Calcium Phosphate–Based Biomaterials" at Congresso Latino Americano de Orgaos Artificials e Biomaterials.

Dr. Jan M. Levy, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on presenting a poster entitled "Jurisprudence and Ethics of the Methamphetamine User in the Dental Office," and "The Ethics and Jurisprudence of the New Cariology" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, both coauthored with Dr. Maureen McAndrew, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care.

Dr. Daniel Malamud, Professor of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology and Director of the HIV/AIDS Research Program, on editing a book entitled Oral–Based Diagnostics published by the New York Academy of Sciences.

Dr. Martine Mandracchia, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on presenting a poster entitled "CAD/CAM Technology: A Self–Assessment Tool," at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, coauthored with Dr. Steven K. Mark, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, and Dr. Denise Estafan, Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care.

Dr. Steven K. Mark, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on presenting a poster entitled "Esthetic Dentistry: A Generational Balancing Act," at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, coauthored with Dr. Martine Mandracchia, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, and Dr. Denise Estafan, Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care.

Dr. Maureen McAndrew, ’83, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on being inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society; and on the following presentations at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association: a poster entitled "Excellence in Clinical Teaching: A New Program at NYUCD," coauthored with Dr. Anthony Palatta, Clinical Associate Professor of Oral Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine and Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Admissions, and Dr. Tracy E. Kamens, Director of the Faculty–Staff Development Center; a workshop entitled "Pedagogy for Practitioners: The Excellence in Clinical Teaching Program" and "Domestic Violence Identification Using a Palm Pilot," copresented with Dr. Jan Levy, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care.

Mr. Patrick Minson, Associate Director of Development, on winning the ACE (Assisting Our Community to Engage) Award presented by the NYU Office of Development and Alumni Relations for excellence in advancing NYUCD’s fund–raising momentum.

Dr. Frederick G. More, Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion and of Pediatric Dentistry, on presenting "Gay–Straight Alliance: A Welcome Change of Climate – Achieving Diversity in Dentistry & Medicine," at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association.

Dr. Ivy Peltz, ’83, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on being named a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry, and on presenting "Virtually There: A Demonstration of the Use of Educational Software in Clinical Case Presentations" and "Into the Great Wide Open: Innovative Practices for Group Leaders," at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association with Dr. Duane T. Culotta, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; Dr. Eric Studley, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; and Dr. Ralph Cunningham, Clinical Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care. Dr. Peltz was also elected a Delegate to the ADEA Council of Faculties and NYUCD’s representative to the Sexual Boundaries Committee of ADEA.

Dr. Miriam R. Robbins, Clinical Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine, on copresenting "A New Adjunct Brings Lecturing into the 21st Century: New York University Implements the Computer Performance System," at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, with Dr. Andrew B. Schenkel, Clinical Assistant Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, and Dr. Denise Estafan, Associate Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care. .

Dr. Dianne Rekow, Professor and Chair of the Department of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology and Director of Translational Research, on completing her term as president of the American Association for Dental Research and becoming immediate past–president of the AADR; and on presenting a symposium entitled "Lions, Tigers, and Bears: Preparedness Leadership in Response to Crisis Events," at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association.

Dr. Georgios E. Romanos, Clinical Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, on coauthoring the following articles: "Immediate vs. Delayed Loading of Implants in the Posterior Mandible: A Two–Year Prospective Clinical Study" for the International Journal of Periodontology & Restorative Dentistry; "Comparative Study of Two Root Coverage Procedures" and "YAG Laser and Ultrasonic System on Fibroblast Attachment to Root Surfaces" for the Journal of Periodontology; "The Short Term Effect of Diode Laser (980nm) Treatment on Aggressive Periodontitis" and "Combination Therapy of Intrabony Periodontal Defects Using an Er: YAG Laser and Enamel Matrix Protein Derivative" for the Journal of Oral Laser Applications.

Dr. Paul A. Rosenberg, Professor and Chairman of the Quartaro Department of Endodontics, on his election as an NYU Senator–at–Large; on speaking on "The Future of Endodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning" at the Pre–Meeting Symposium of the annual meeting of the American Association of Endodontists in April; and on publishing an article entitled "Comparison of 4% Articaine with 1:100,000 Epinephrine with 2% Lidocaine with 1:100,000 Epinephrine When Used as a Supplemental Anesthetic" for the Journal of Endodontics.

Ms. Ashley Sharp, Assistant Director for Alumni Affairs, on being elected Secretary for the Development, Alumni Affairs, and Public Relations section of ADEA.

Dr. Pradip R. Shetye, ’07, on authoring articles entitled "Long–Term Stability and Growth Following Unilateral Mandibular Distraction in Growing Children with Craniofacial Microsomia," for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and "Mandibular Morphology and Growth in Crouzon, Apert, and Pfeiffer Syndromes," for the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery; and on the following presentations: "Complication of Mandibular Distraction—A 16–Year Review," at the annual meeting of the American Cleft Lip and Palate Craniofacial Association; and "Nasolaveolar Molding in Cleft Lip and Palate," and "Craniofacial Distraction—A New Dimension in Correcting Dentofacial Deformities," at the annual meeting of the Indian Orthodontic Society.

Dr. Jonathan Ship, Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine and Director of the Bluestone Center for Clinical Research, on coauthoring an article entitled "Dentistry on Frontline of Diabetes Detection, Care" for Oral Health Research, a publication of the Friends of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. Dr. Ship’s coauthors included Dr. Anthony Vernillo, Professor of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine; and on coauthoring a guest editorial entitled, "Practicing Dentistry Using Findings from Clinical Research," for the Journal of the American Dental Association, with Dr. Frederick A. Curro, Clinical Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine; Dr. Page Caufield, Professor of Cariology and Comprehensive Care; Dr. Ananda P. Dasanayake, Professor of Epidemiology & Health Promotion; and Dr. Van Thompson, Professor and Chair of the Department of Biomaterials and Biomimetics.

Dr. Marvin Simring, ’44, Lecturer in Periodontology in the Continuing Dental Education Program, on completing 60 years of service to NYUCD as both a Clinical Professor of Periodontics and a member of the CDE program faculty.

Dr. David A. Sirois, Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine and Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, on coauthoring an article entitled "Dental Care of Patients with Autoimmune Vesiculobullous Diseases: Case Reports and Literature Review," for Quintessence International.

Dr. Andrew I. Spielman, on being appointed to the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations until 2010, and on being elected Secretary of the Oral Biology Section and Chair–Elect of the Educational Research/Development and Curriculum section of ADEA.

Dr. Christian Stappert, Assistant Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, on coauthoring an article entitled "All–Ceramic Partial Coverage Restorations on Natural Molars: Masticatory Fatigue Loading and Fracture Resistance," for the American Journal of Dentistry.

Ms. Rita Startup, Assistant Dean for Development and Alumni Affairs, on being elected Chair–Elect of the Development, Alumni Affairs and Public Relations Section of ADEA.

Ms. Lisa B. Stefanou, Clinical Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene, on being profiled in Access, and on presenting a poster entitled "Assessment of Dental Hygiene Graduates’ Use of Technology" at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, coauthored with Ms. Judy Kreisman, Clinical Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene; Ms. Eva M. Lupovici, Clinical Professor of Dental Hygiene; and Professor Cheryl M. Westphal, Assistant Dean for Allied Health Programs and Director of the Dental Hygiene Program.

Dr. Harold I. Sussman, Clinical Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, on coauthoring "Use of a SIG Device to Accurately Place Permanent Miniature Dental Implants to Retain Mandibular Overdenture," for the New York State Dental Journal.

Dr. Dennis P. Tarnow, ’72, Professor and Chair of the Ashman Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, on authoring an article entitled "The Evolution of Perio–Restorative Dental Care," for Practical Procedures & Aesthetic Dentistry.

Ms. Constance Turner, below, Administrator of the Smiling Faces, Going Places mobile dental care program on receiving the Newtown Civic Association Award for the program’s contributions to improved health for New York’s children.

Dr. Michael D. Turner, below left, Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, on coauthoring an article entitled "Dental Management of the Gravid Patient," for the New York State Dental Journal, with Dr. Fiza Singh, ’07, and Dr. Robert S. Glickman, Professor and Chair of the Mecca Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; and on completing the Health Professions Program for Dental School Faculty at the Institute for Teaching and Learning, a collaborative partnership between the Academy for Academic Leadership in Atlanta and the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry.

Dr. Anthony Vernillo, Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology & Medicine, on coauthoring an article entitled "Examining Ethical Obligations in the Intensive Care Unit: HIV Disclosure to Surrogates," for Critical Care.

Professor Cheryl Westphal, Assistant Dean for Allied Health Programs, on being elected Vice President for Allied Dental Program Directors of ADEA.

Dr. Mark Wolff, Professor and Chair of the Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, on being elected a Delegate to the Oral Biology Section and to the Council on Sections Task Force on Membership of ADEA.

Dr. Yu Zhang, Assistant Professor of Biomaterials and Biomimetics, on receiving the International Association for Dental Research Arthur R. Frechette Prosthodontic Research Award.