A funded PhD scholarship is available to join Professor Josette Camilleri, Clinical Professor of Dentistry and Applied Materials in a research project focusing on the microscopic, chemical and biological characterization of hydraulic cements for bio-pulp therapy in the field of endodontics. Professor Camilleri (J.Camilleri@bham.ac.uk) is a world-renowned expert in the field of hydraulic cements used in endodontics. This project will be co-supervised by Professor Galer from the University of Erlangen and Professor Al-Hajj from the Institute for Translational Medicine. The research project will extend over 4 full-time years.

The project aims to:
• Advanced techniques for characterizing materials for dental applications.
• Providing intensive biological training for PhD students, equipping them with the necessary skills to conduct high-level research in dental materials.
• Produce high-impact publications that contribute to the global understanding of endodontic materials.

Project schedule
• First year: description of materials and basic training in biology.
• Second and third years: intensive training in biology, with an emphasis on the application of hydraulic cement in endodontics.
• Fourth year: Completion of writing the doctoral dissertation, submission of the dissertation, and completion of any pending publications.

Funding Notes:
This funded PhD is open to UK students only. Both doctors and non-doctors are welcome to apply.
Please contact Professor Josette Camilleri at J.Camilleri@bham.ac.uk for further details on this call.

References:
Ohlsson E, Galler KM, Widbiler M. Collection of study models for dental pulp regeneration. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Nov 18;23(22):14361.
Schmalz G, Galler KM. Biocompatibility of biomaterials – lessons learned and considerations for designing new materials. Dent mater. 2017 Apr;33(4):382-393.
Camilleri J, Atmeh A, Li X, Meschi N. Current status and future trends: hydraulic materials for endodontic use. Int Endod J. 2022 May;55 Suppl 3(Suppl 3):710-777.
Camilleri J. Wetting properties of Biodentine and Theracal used as pulp capping materials. Dent mater. 2014 Jul;30(7):709-15.
Ali N, Scheven BA, Palin WM, Camilleri J. Proposing new criteria for testing the solubility of pulp preservation materials. Dent mater. 2024 Aug;40(8):1252-1258.