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Grants

Grants 2013-2014

  • Fouad AF. Regeneration of Pulp-Dentin Development in Teeth with Necrotic Pulps and Immature Roots, a multi-center study in three dental schools. American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2014–2020)

  • Tang CM, Fouad AF. Dental Applications of Coherence Gated Doppler. TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation) (2013-2014)

  • Fouad AF. Grant submitted by postgraduate student Tierney Winberg: An in vivo evaluation of novel intra- and extra-canal irrigation protocols in necrotic teeth with apical periodontitis: A prospective, randomized outcome study. American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2012–2014)

  • Fouad AF. Grant submitted by postgraduate student Libertad Negrón: Antimicrobial Therapy for Severe Endodontic Infections: The Role of Molecular Microbiological Analysis. American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2012– 2014)

  • Hack GD, Patzelt SBM. Accuracy of Intra-Oral Scanners: A Comparative Study. ADA Foundation Grant

  • Masri, R. Grant submitted by postgraduate student Diane Vo: Evaluation of Lithium Disilicate All-Ceramic Surface Quality and its Efficacy Against S. Mutans Biofilm Formation. American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontists

  • Tordik P. AAE Foundation/DENTSPLY Excellence in Research Award (2013-2014)

  • Williams D, Fried J. and Idzik S. Oral Health Nursing Education and Practice

  • Williams D, Idzik S., Fried J. and Kapustin J. Interprofessional Education (IPE) and Interprofessional Care (IPC)

  • Xu HHK. Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration. NIH R01 DE14190. 04/01/2009 - 01/31/2015

  • Xu HHK. Human Embryonic Stem Cells in Calcium Phosphate Constructs for Bone Regeneration. NIH R21 DE022625. 04/01/2012 - 03/31/2015

  • Xu HHK, Arola DD, Fouad AF. Novel Anti-Biofilm, Anti-Caries and Anti-Fatigue Dental Nanocomposites. 2013 UMB-UMBC Seed Grant Competition. 08/01/2013 - 12/31/2014

Grants 2012-2013

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2011– 2013): Systemic Response to Chronic Endodontic Pathogens as a Risk Factor for Atherosclerosis. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Trevor Blattner

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2012– 2014): An in vivo evaluation of novel intra- and extra-canal irrigation protocols in necrotic teeth with apical periodontitis: A prospective, randomized outcome study. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Tierney Winberg.

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2012– 2014): Antimicrobial Therapy for Severe Endodontic Infections: The Role of Molecular Microbiological Analysis. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Libertad Negrón

  • "Motor Cortex Stimulation Reverses Maladaptive Plasticity Following Spinal Cord Injury," NIH National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (1R01-NS069568), Radi Masri, PI.

  • "Motor Cortex Stimulation Reverses Maladaptive Plasticity Following Spinal Cord Injury," Department of Defense Research Grant (SC090126), Radi Masri, PI.

  • Patzelt SBM, Hack GD. “Accuracy of Intra-Oral Scanners: A Comparative Study”. ADA Foundation Grant.

  • Hack GD – Principle Investigator. “Scanning Electron Microscopic Evaluation of Cavity Varnishes”. Centrix Dental Inc.

  • “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (R01 DE014190), Huakun Xu, PI.

  • “Human Embryonic Stem Cells in Calcium Phosphate Constructs for Bone Regeneration”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (R21 DE022625), Huakun Xu, PI.

  • “Reasons for poor durability of resin-dentin bonds”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (R01 DE015306), D. Pashley PI, Medical College of Georgia.

Grants 2011-2012

  • “Reasons for poor durability of resin-dentin bonds”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (DE R01 DE015306), D. Pashley PI, Medical College of Georgia.

  • “Characterization of Fatigue Limits for New Abutment Designs” Abutment Direct, PI D. Arola.

  • “Collaborative Study on Bacterial Activity in Cyclic Stress Environments” University of Maryland System, PI D. Arola with H. Xu of UM Dental School.

  • NIH R21 DE022625. PI: Huakun Xu.04/01/2012 - 03/31/2014. $412,500. Title: “Human Embryonic Stem Cells in Calcium Phosphate Constructs for Bone Regeneration.”

  • NIH R01 DE14190. PI: Huakun Xu.04/01/2009 - 03/31/2014. “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.”

  • NIH R01 DE17974. PI: Huakun Xu. 04/01/2008 - 03/31/2013.“Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials.”

  • Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF). PI: Huakun Xu. 07/01/2008 – 06/31/2011.“Stem Cell Delivery via Injectable, Nano-Apatite Scaffolds for Bone Engineering.”

  • NIH R01 DE14190A1-S. PI: Huakun Xu. 10/01/2009 - 9/31/2011. “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.”

Grants 2010-2011

National institue of Health

  • (1R01 DE 016904-04) “Aging and Fatigue Crack Growth in Dentin”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. PI: Dwyane Arola.

  • (DE R01 016904-ARRA Supp) “Aging and Fatigue Crack Growth in Dentin”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. PI: Dwayne Arola.

  • (DE R01 016904 S1) “Aging and Fatigue Crack Growth in Dentin”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. PI: Dwyane Arola.

  • NIH R01 DE17974 (04/01/2011 - 03/31/2012) has been renewed for; Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials. PI: Huakun Xu.

  • NIH R01 DE14190  (02/01/2011 - 01/31/2012) has been renewed for;  Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.PI: Huakun Xu.

  • NIH ARRA  10/01/2009 - 9/31/2011 funding for competitive revision supplement. PI: Huakun Xu.

American Association of Endodontists Foundation

  • Metagenomic analysis of bacterial diversity during the development of an acute apical abscess. American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Liang (Kevin) Li.

  • The evaluation of systemic inflammation in patients with localized vs. spreading endodontic infections. American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Derek Ego-Osuala.

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): Clinical Evaluation of Contemporary Endodontic Antimicrobial Procedures. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Peter Bellingham.

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2010-2011): Detection of Endodontic Pathogens in Atheromatous Plaques. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Jared Seltzer.

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2010-2011): Endodontic healing in diabetic patients: the relationship between diabetic control and periapical lesion resolution. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Joshua Fein.

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): The effects of microbial and clinical factors on long term healing of endodontic infections. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Adam Orgel.

  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2011– 2013): Systemic Response to Chronic Endodontic Pathogens as a Risk Factor for Atherosclerosis. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Trevor Blattner.

Grants 2009-2010

National Institute of Health
  • (NIH R01 DE17974) 04/01/2010 - 03/31/2011). has been renewed for: Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials. PI: Huakun Xu.
  • (NIH R01 DE14190) (02/01/2010 - 01/31/2011) has been renewed for: Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration. PI: Huakun Xu.
  • (NIH ARRA) (10/01/2009 - 9/31/2011) funding for competitive revision supplement. PI: Huakun Xu.
American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontists
  • American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics: The effect of grooves on retention and resistance of Procera crowns (2010-2012). PI: R. Masri
American College of Prosthodontists
  • American College of Prosthodontists: Effect of axial wall Modification on the Retention of Cement-retained, Implant-Supported Crowns Role on project (2009-2011). PI: R. Masri
  • American College of Prosthodontists: The Effect of Denture Cleansing Solutions on the Durability of Pink Locator Attachments; an In Vitro Study (2009-2011). PI: R.Masri
Department of Defense
  • Department of Defense (SC090126) (2010 - 2013: Motor Cortex Stimulation Reverses Maladaptive Plasticity Following Spinal Cord Injury. PI: R. Masri
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
  • Primary and Therapy-Resistant Endodontic Infections. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (R01-DE015320-01A1) (2005-2010). P.I. A. Fouad
National Institute of Neurological Disorders
  • NINDS (1R01-NS069568-01A1) (2011-2016): Motor Cortex Stimulation Reverses Maladaptive Plasticity Following Spinal Cord Injury. PI: R. Masri
American Association of Endodontists Foundation
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2010-2011): Detection of Endodontic Pathogens in Atheromatous Plaques. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Jared Seltzer
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2010-2011): Endodontic healing in diabetic patients: the relationship between diabetic control and periapical lesion resolution. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Joshua Fein
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): The effects of microbial and clinical factors on long term healing of endodontic infections. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Adam Orgel
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): Metagenomic analysis of bacterial diversity during the development of an acute apical abscess. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Liang (Kevin) Li.
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): The evaluation of systemic inflammation in patients with localized vs. spreading endodontic infections. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Derek Ego-Osuala
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2009-2011): Clinical Evaluation of Contemporary Endodontic Antimicrobial Procedures. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Peter Bellingham
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2008-2010): The effects of bisphosphonate treatment on the prevalence and pathogenesis of endodontic pathosis. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Felicity Shelton
  • American Association of Endodontists Foundation (2008-2010): Penetration of systemic antibiotics into necrotic pulp space. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Maheeb Jaouni

Grants 2008-2009

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
  • (2009–2014)(NIH R01 DE14190). “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.. PI: Huakun Xu.
  • (2008 -2012)(NIH R01 DE17974). “Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials.. PI: Huakun Xu.
  • (2005-2010)(R01-DE015320-01A1) Primary and Therapy-Resistant Endodontic Infections. P.I. A. Fouad.
  • (2003 -2009)(NIH R01 DE14190). “Development of Strong and Macroporous Biomaterials. PI: Huakun Xu.
American Association of Endodontists Foundation
  • (2008-2010): The effects of bisphosphonate treatment on the prevalence and pathogenesis of endodontic pathosis. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Felicity Shelton.
  • (2008-2009): The Effect of Endodontic Instrumentation Techniques on Post-Operative Local and Systemic Responses. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Yelena Kholodenko.
  • (2008-2009): Comparison of Bupivacaine vs. Lidocaine on Pain and Inflammatory Regulation Following Endodontic Surgery: a Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Anastasia Mischenko and faculty member Sharon Gordon.
  • (2008-2010): Penetration of systemic antibiotics into necrotic pulp space. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Maheeb Jaouni.
  • (2007-2009): The relationship between chronic endodontic infection and the progression of systemic disease in a mouse model. P.I. A. Fouad on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Jessica Russo.
Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission
  • (2008 –2010). "Stem Cell Delivery via Injectable, Nano-Apatite Scaffolds for Bone Engineering. PI: Huakun Xu.

Grants 2007-2008

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
  • (R01-DE015320-01A1) P.I.: Primary and Therapy-Resistant Endodontic Infections, Fouad, A.
  • R01 DE17974. PI: Huakun Xu. Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials.
  • Maryland Nano-Biotech Award, , 09/04/2007 – 06/30/2008., Xu, HHK
  • (2007 -2011) Aging and Fatigue Crack Growth in Dentin, Arola, D
American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
  • 2007 Effect of Surface Glazing Sealants on Color Stability of Composite Resins, Sensi, LG
American Association of Endodontists Foundation
  • Effect of inflammation on pulp stem cell potency (2007-2009). Submitted by graduate student Dominick Alongi ,Mentor: George T.-J. Huang
  • Identification of Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Primary and Persistent Endodontic Infections. P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. G. Dalrymple, Mentor: A. Fouad
  • The relationship between chronic endodontic infection and the progression of systemic disease in a mouse model. P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. Jessica Russo, Mentor: A. Fouad
  • The Effect of Endodontic Instrumentation Techniques on Post-Operative Local and Systemic Responses P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. Yelena Kholodenko,Mentor: A. Fouad
  • Comparison of Bupivacaine vs. Lidocaine on Pain and Inflammatory Regulation Following Endodontic Surgery: a Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. Anastasia Mischenko (mentor: Dr. Sharon Gordon)
  • The effects of bisphosphonate treatment on the prevalence and pathogenesis of endodontic pathosis. P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. Felicity Shelton, Mentor: A. Fouad
  • Penetration of systemic antibiotics into necrotic pulp space. P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. MaheebJaouni, Mentor: A. Fouad
Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics
  • 2007-2008 Co- investigator, “Effect of Lubricants on the Retention of Cast Post and Cores”. Driscoll, C
Imaging Science International
  • 2007 Clinical validation of cone beam CT for Periodontal Diagnosis., Co-Investigator, Armellini, D.
Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission
  • (07/01/2008 – 06/31/2010) "Stem Cell Delivery via Injectable, Nano-Apatite Scaffolds for BoneEngineering." PI: Huakun Xu

Grants 2006-2007

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
  • (R01-DE015320-01A1)(2005-2009): Primary and Therapy-Resistant Endodontic Infections, Fouad, AF.
American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (Tylman Grant)
  • 2006-2008 Co- investigator “Effect of Various Types of Stone on the Fit of Procera Crowns”, Driscoll, C.
American College of Prosthodontics/Proctor and Gamble
  • 2005-2007 Co- investigator “The Change in Retentive Values of Locator Attachments and Hader Clips Over Time, Driscoll, C.
American Association of Endodontists Foundation
  • (2006-2007): Are endodontic infections involved in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis? P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. R. Mirchandani., Fouad, AF.
  • (2006-2007): An In Vitro Investigation of the Influence of Age, Root Morphology, Dentin Thickness and Tubular Orientation on the Incidence Vertical Root Fractures. P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. A. Mireku. Mentor: Dr. D. Arola, Fouad, AF.
  • (2006-2007): Mechanotransducers in Human Pulpal Afferents. P.I. on Grant submitted by postgraduate student Dr. J. Melamed. Mentor: Dr. M. Gold, Fouad, AF.
  • (2006-2008) Pulp tissue engineering., P.I. Huang, GT.

Grants 2005-2006

  • Primary and Therapy-Resistant Endodontic Infections. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research-NIH (R01-DE015320-01A1)(2005-2009) Fouad, AF Principal Investigator.

  • American College of Prosthodontics/Proctor and Gamble “The Change in Retentive Values of Locator Attachments and Hader Clips Over Time” 2005-2007 Driscoll, CF Co-investigator

  • Comparison of Electric and Air Driven Handpieces on the Sectioning of Various Restorative Materials, 2005-2006. American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (Tylman Grant). Driscoll, CF Principal Investigator

  • Radiographic Evaluation of All Ceramic Margins, 2005-2006, American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (Tylman Grant). Driscoll, CF Principal Investigator

  • Pulp tissue engineering GT.-J. Huang (P.I.), Songtao Shi, Bruce Rutherford Funding agent: American Association of Endodontists Foundation. 2006-2007

  • A novel herpesviral vector for oral gene delivery Hongyu Deng, GT.-J. Huang PHS/NIDCR (National Institute of Dental Craniofacial Research)Type: K22 (2004-2009)

  • Clinical Evaluation of Tagatose Using a Four-Day Plaque Regrowth Model Phase I. BioSpherix, Principal Investigator, (February 2005 – March 2006). completed Litkowski, LJ

  • Evaluation of Remina Technology for the Stabilization and Remineralization of Teeth, Oramin, Inc. Principal Investigator, (February 2005 – February 2006). Deferred to Fall 2006, Litkowski, LJ

  • Comparison of Oxycodone/Ibuprofen Combination to Oxycodone/Aspirin and Hydrocodone/acetaminaphen for the Reduction of Post-extraction Pain. Forest Laboratories, Principal Investigator, (March 2004 – December 2005). completed, Litkowski, LJ

  • Long Term Open Label Multicenter Phase III Trial of Safety and Efficacy of Minocycline Periodontal Therapeutic System (Minocycline PTS) Adjunctive use in Patients with Adult Periodontitis, OraPharma, Inc. Co-Investigator, (January 2004 – January 2006). completed, Litkowski, LJ

  • Surface Characteristics of Tooth Enamel Chips: in situ Study, Church & Dwight Company, Principal Investigator (December 2002 – December 2005) Extended with increase in funding December 2006, Litkowski, LJ

  • Clinical Evaluation of Naturlose in a Six Month Gingivitis Trial BioSpherix, Principal Investigator, (March 2006 – December 2007). Litkowski, LJ

  • Clinical Evaluation of Periocline in patients with moderate to severe Periodontitis, Sunstar- Butler, Principal Investigator, (July 2005 – December 2007). Litkowski, LJ

  • Clinical Outcomes of splinted and Individual 8 mm Implant restorations following Immediate or delayed loading in the posterior mandible, 2006-415. Nobel Biocare. Armellini, DB

  • Are endodontic infections involved in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis? American Association of Endodontists Foundation. R. Mirchandani, A. Fouad

  • An In Vitro Investigation of the Influence of Age, Root Morphology, Dentin Thickness and Tubular Orientation on the Incidence Vertical Root Fractures. American Association of Endodontists Foundation. A. Mireku, A. Fouad, D. Arola

  • Mechanotransducers in Human Pulpal Afferents. American Association of Endodontists Foundation. J. Melamed, A. Fouad, M. Gold

  • “CAREER: Aging, Tooth Fracture and the success of Restorative Dentistry” National Science Foundation (NSF), P.I., Arola, D.

  • “Development of Apatite Jet Treatments for Human Enamel: A New Tool for General Dentistry”, Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO), Maryland, P.I., Arola, D.

  • “Acquisition of a Nanoindenter for Exploratory Research on Biological and Engineering Materials”, National Science Foundation: Major Research Instrumentation, P.I. (co-PIs D. Bennet, R. Ma, L.D.T. Topoleski, M. Zupan), Arola, D.

Published Manuscripts

Published Manuscripts 2013-2014

  • Fouad AF, Nosrat A. Dental pulp regeneration in previously infected root canal space. Endod Topics 2013; 28: 24-37

  • Hong BY, Lee TK, Lim SM, You YJ, JH Park, Han SH, Zhu Q, Safavi KE, Fouad AF, Kum KY. Microbial analysis in primary and persistent endodontic infections using pyrosequencing. J Endod; 39: (9) 1136-40

  • Nosrat A, Li K, Vir K, Hicks ML, Fouad AF. Is pulp regeneration necessary for root maturation? J Endod; 2013 (10):1291-5. Paper selected for a podcast for the September 2013 JOE published online at <http://elsevier.abovethedogs.com/aae_podcast/>

  • Gomes MS; Blattner TC, Filho MS, Grecca FS, Hugo FN, Fouad AF, Reynolds MA. Can apical periodontitis modify systemic levels of inflammatory markers? A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Endod; 2013 (10):1205-17

  • Fouad AF, Verma P. Healing after regenerative procedures with and without pulpal infection. J Endod; 2014 (in press)

  • Jiang L, Ji Y, Voulalas PJ, Keaser M, Xu S, Gullapalli RP, Greenspan J, Masri R. Motor cortex stimulation suppresses cortical responses to noxious hindpaw stimulation after spinal cord lesion in rats. Brain Stimul. 2014; 7:182-9

  • Whitt JL, Masri R, Pulimood NS, Keller A. Pathological activity in mediodorsal thalamus of rats with spinal cord injury pain. J Neurosci. 2013; 33:3915-26

  • Melo MAS, Guedes SFF, Xu HHK, Rodrigues LKA.  Nanotechnology-based restorative materials for dental caries management.  Trends in Biotechnology 2013;31:459-67. IF = 9.66

  • Melo MAS, Cheng L, Weir MD, Hsia RC, Rodrigues LKA, Xu HHK.  Novel dental adhesive containing antibacterial agents and calcium phosphate nanoparticles.  J Biomed Mater Res Part B: Appl Biomater 2013;101B:620-629

  • Melo MAS, Weir MD, Rodrigues LKA, Xu HHK. Novel calcium phosphate nanocomposite with caries-inhibition in a human in situ model.  Dent Mater 2013;29:231-240

  • Melo MAS, Cheng L, Zhang K, Weir MD, Rodrigues LKA, Xu HHK. Novel dental adhesives containing nanoparticles of silver and amorphous calcium phosphate. Dent Mater 2013;29:199-210

  • Strassler HE, Pitel ML. Using fiber-optic transillumination as a diagnostic aid in dental practice. Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2014 Feb;35(2):80-8

  • Price RB, Strassler HE,Price HL, Seth S, Lee CJ. The effectiveness of using a patient simulator to teach light-curing skills. J Am Dent Assoc. 2014 Jan;145(1):32-43. doi: 10.14219/jada.2013.17

  • Strassler HE, Morgan, RJ. Cements for PFM and all-metal restorations, Inside Dentistry, 2013; 9(11):23-5

  • Strassler HE, Morgan, RJ. Cements for today’s all-ceramic materials. Inside Dentistry, 2013; 9(12):56-8

  • Ferracane JL, Watts DC, Barghi N, Ernst C, Rueggeberg FA, Shortall A, Price R, Strassler HE. Effective use of dental curing lights: a guide for the dental practitioner. J Amer Dent Assoc, ADA Professional Porduct Review. Spring, 2013

  • Li F, Weir MD, Fouad AF, Xu HHK. Time-kill behavior against eight bacterial species and cytotoxicity of antibacterial monomers, J Dent, 2013; 41:881-91.

  • Li F, Weir MD, Fouad AF, Xu HHK. Effect of salivary pellicle on antibacterial activity of novel antibacterial dental adhesives using a dental plaque microcosm biofilm model. Dent Mater, 2014; 30:182-91

  • Li F, Wang P, Weir MD, Fouad AF, Xu HHK. Evaluation of antibacterial and remineralizing nanocomposite and adhesive in rat tooth cavity model. Acta Biomaterialia (In Press)

  • Chen W, Liu J, Manuchehrabadi N, Weir MD, Zhu Z, Xu HHK.  Umbilical cord and bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell seeding on macroporous calcium phosphate for bone regeneration in rat cranial defects.  Biomaterials 2013;34:9917-9925.  IF = 7.88

  • Li F, Weir MD, Xu HHK.  Effects of quaternary ammonium chain length on antibacterial bonding agents.  J Dent Res 2013;92:932-8.  IF = 3.826

  • Zhou H, Li F, Weir MD, Xu HHK.  Dental plaque microcosm response to bonding agents containing quaternary ammonium methacrylates with different chain lengths and charge densities.  J Dent 2013;41:1122-1131.  IF = 3.116

  • Thein-Han WW, Weir MD, Simon CG, Xu HHK.  Non-rigid and tough calcium phosphate cement scaffold seeded with umbilical cord stem cells for bone repair.  J Tissue Eng Regen Med 2013; 7:777–787

  • Zhou C, Weir MD, Zhang K, Deng D, Cheng L, Xu HHK.  Synthesis of new antibacterial quaternary ammonium monomer for incorporation into CaP nanocomposite.  Dent Mater 2013;29:859-870

  • Zhang K, Cheng L, Wu EJ, Weir MD, Bai Y, Xu HHK.  Effect of water-aging on dentin bond strength and anti-biofilm activity of bonding agent containing antibacterial monomer dimethylaminododecyl methacrylate.  J Dent 2013;41:504-513

  • Chen W, Zhou H, Weir MD, Tang M, Bao C, Xu HHK.  Human embryonic stem cell seeding on calcium phosphate cement-RGD scaffold for bone repair. Tissue Engineering A 2013;19:915-927

  • Cheng L, Zhang K, Weir MD, Liu H, Zhou X, Xu HHK.  Effects of antibacterial primers with quaternary ammonium and nano-silver on S. mutans impregnated in human dentin blocks.  Dent Mater 2013;29:462-472

  • Li F, Weir MD, Chen J, Xu HHK.  Comparison of quaternary ammonium-containing with nano-silver-containing adhesive in antibacterial properties and cytotoxicity.  Dent Mater 2013;29:450-461

  • Cheng L, Weir MD, Zhang K, Arola DD, Zhou X, Xu HHK.  Dental primer and adhesive containing a new antibacterial quaternary ammonium monomer dimethylaminododecyl methacrylate.  J Dent 2013;41:345-355

  • Song G, Habibovic P, Bao C, Hu J, van Blitterswijk CA, Yuan H, Chen W, Xu HHK.  The homing of bone marrow MSCs to non-osseous sites for ectopic bone formation induced by osteoinductive calcium phosphate.  Biomaterials 2013;34:2167-2176

  • Li F, Wang P, Weir MD, Fouad AF, Xu HHK.  Evaluation of novel antibacterial and remineralizing nanocomposite and adhesive in rat tooth cavity model.  Acta Biomaterialia (2014, accepted for publication)

  • Chen W, Thein-Han W, Weir MD, Xu HHK.  Prevascularization of biofunctional CPC via co-culture for bone engineering.  Dent Mater (2014, accepted for publication)

  • Zhou H, Weir MD, Antonucci JM, Schumacher GE, Zhou X, Xu HHK. Three-dimensional biofilm evaluation on bonding agents containing quaternary ammonium methacrylates with different chain lengths.  International J Oral Sci (2014, accepted for publication)

  • Li F, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Effect of charge density of bonding agent containing a new quaternary ammonium methacrylate on antibacterial and bonding properties. Dent Mater (2014, accepted for publication)

  • Tang M, Chen W, Liu J, Weir MD, Cheng L, Xu HHK.  Human induced pluripotent stem cell seeding on calcium phosphate scaffold for bone regeneration. Tissue Engineering A (2014, accepted). Advance online publication. doi:10.1089/ten.tea.2013.0211

  • Imazato S, Ma S, Chen JH, Xu HHK. Therapeutic polymers for dental adhesives: Loading resins with bio-active components. Dent Mater 2014;30:97-104

  • Liu J, Xu HHK, Zhou H, Weir MD, Chen Q, Trotman CA.  Human umbilical cord stem cell encapsulation in novel macroporous and injectable fibrin for muscle tissue engineering.  Acta Biomaterialia 2013;9:4688-4697

  • Thein-Han W, Xu HHK. Prevascularization of a gas-foaming macroporous calcium phosphate cement scaffold via coculture of human umbilical vein endothelial cells and osteoblasts.  Tissue Eng A 2013; 19: 1675-85.  IF = 4.065

  • Thein-Han W, Liu J, Tang M, Chen W, Cheng L, Xu HHK.  Induced pluripotent stem cell-derived mesenchymal stem cell seeding on biofunctionalized calcium phosphate cements.  Bone Res 2013;4:371-384

  • Do D, Orrego S, Majd H, Ryou H, Mutluay MM, Xu HHK, Arola D.  Accelerated fatigue of dentin with exposure to lactic acid.  Biomaterials 2013;34:8650-8659.  IF = 7.882

  • Zhang K, Li F, Imazato S, Cheng L, Liu H, Arola DD, Bai Y, Xu HHK.  Dual antibacterial agents of nano-silver and 12-methacryloyloxydodecylpyridinium bromide in dental adhesive to inhibit caries.  J Biomed Mater Res B 2013;101:929-38

  • Liu J, Chen W, Zhao Z, Xu HHK. Reprogramming of mesenchymal stem cells derived from iPSCs seeded on biofunctionalized calcium phosphate scaffold for bone engineering.  Biomaterials 2013;34:7862-7872. IF = 7.882

  • Zhang K, Cheng L, Imazato S, Antonucci JM, Lin NJ, Lin-Gibson S, Bai Y, Xu HHK.  Effects of dual antibacterial agents MDPB and nano-silver in primer on microcosm biofilm, cytotoxicity and dentin bond properties. J Dent 2013;41:464-474

  • Mutluay MM, Zhang K, Ryou H, Yahyazadehfar M, Majd H, Xu HHK, Arola D.  On the fatigue behavior of resin-dentin bonds after degradation by biofilm. J Mechanical Behavior of Biomed Mater 2013;18:219-231

Published Manuscripts 2011-2012

  • “Reasons for poor durability of resin-dentin bonds”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (DE R01 DE015306), D. Pashley PI, Medical College of Georgia.

  • “Characterization of Fatigue Limits for New Abutment Designs” Abutment Direct, PI D. Arola.

  • “Collaborative Study on Bacterial Activity in Cyclic Stress Environments” University of Maryland System, PI D. Arola with H. Xu of UM Dental School.

  • NIH R21 DE022625. PI: Huakun Xu.04/01/2012 - 03/31/2014. $412,500. Title: “Human Embryonic Stem Cells in Calcium Phosphate Constructs for Bone Regeneration.”

  • NIH R01 DE14190. PI: Huakun Xu.04/01/2009 - 03/31/2014. “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.”

  • NIH R01 DE17974. PI: Huakun Xu. 04/01/2008 - 03/31/2013.“Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials.”

  • Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF). PI: Huakun Xu. 07/01/2008 – 06/31/2011.“Stem Cell Delivery via Injectable, Nano-Apatite Scaffolds for Bone Engineering.”

  • NIH R01 DE14190A1-S. PI: Huakun Xu. 10/01/2009 - 9/31/2011. “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.”

Published Manuscripts 2011-2012

  • “Reasons for poor durability of resin-dentin bonds”, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (DE R01 DE015306), D. Pashley PI, Medical College of Georgia.

  • “Characterization of Fatigue Limits for New Abutment Designs” Abutment Direct, PI D. Arola.

  • “Collaborative Study on Bacterial Activity in Cyclic Stress Environments” University of Maryland System, PI D. Arola with H. Xu of UM Dental School.

  • NIH R21 DE022625. PI: Huakun Xu.04/01/2012 - 03/31/2014. $412,500. Title: “Human Embryonic Stem Cells in Calcium Phosphate Constructs for Bone Regeneration.”

  • NIH R01 DE14190. PI: Huakun Xu.04/01/2009 - 03/31/2014. “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.”

  • NIH R01 DE17974. PI: Huakun Xu. 04/01/2008 - 03/31/2013.“Development of High Performance, Caries-Inhibiting Dental Nano-Materials.”

  • Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF). PI: Huakun Xu. 07/01/2008 – 06/31/2011.“Stem Cell Delivery via Injectable, Nano-Apatite Scaffolds for Bone Engineering.”

  • NIH R01 DE14190A1-S. PI: Huakun Xu. 10/01/2009 - 9/31/2011. “Injectable and Strong Nano-Apatite/Stem Cell Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.”

Published Manuscripts 2010-2011

  • An B, Liu Y, Arola D, Zhang D. Fracture toughening mechanism of cortical bone: An experimental and numerical approach. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials 2011 (in press).

  • Ivancik J, Neerchal NK, Romberg E and Arola D. On the reduction in fatigue crack growth resistance of dentin with depth. Journal of Dental Research 2011 (in press).

  • Ryou H, Amin N, Ross A, Wang DH, Eidelman N Romberg E, and Arola D. Contributions of microstructure and chemical composition to the mechanical properties of dentin. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine 2011 (in press).

  • Childs THC and Arola D., Machining of cortical bone: Simulations of chip formation mechanics using metal machining models. Machining Science and Technology, 2011 (in press).

  • Zhang B, Arola D. and Gullapalli R. Three-dimensional image registration based on strain energy minimization: Application to prostrate magnetic resonance imaging. Journal of Digital Imaging 2011 (in press).

  • Liu B, Lu C, Wu Y, Zhang X, Arola D, Zhang D. The effects of adhesive type and thickness on stress distribution in molars restored with all-ceramic crowns. J Prosthodont. 2011; 20(1): 35-44.

  • Quinn GD, Studart AR, Hebert C, Verhoef JR and Arola D. Fatigue of zirconia and dental bridge geometry: Design implications. Dental Materials 2010; 26(12):1133-1136.

  • Li L, Hsiao WWL, Nandakumar R, Barbuto SM, Mongodin EF, Paster BJ, Fraser-Liggett CM, and Fouad AF. Analyzing Endodontic Infections by Deep Coverage Pyrosequencing. J Dent Res:2010; 89 (9); 980-4

  • Electromyographic Activity of the Sphenomandibularis and lateral Pterygoid Human Muscles During Lateral Movements. Fuentes EH, Frugone R, Paolinelli C, Hack GD, Bittner V. Minerva Stomatologica. (Submitted for Publication).

  • Comparison of the Accuracy of Conventional Impressions vs. Digita Impressions. Hack, GD, Barnes D, Depaola, L American Dental Association’s Professional Product Review. Journal of the American Dental Association. April, 2011.

  • New Teaching Concepts in Dental Universities. Hack GD. Planmeca Forum. (Submitted for Publication).

  • Human Paranasal Sinuses and Selective Brain Cooling: A Ventilation System Activated by Yawning. Gallup AC, Hack GD. (Submitted for Publication).

Published Manuscripts 2009-2010

  • Li L, Hsiao WWL, Nandakumar R, Barbuto SM, Mongodin EF, Paster BJ, Fraser-Liggett CM, and Fouad AF. Analyzing Endodontic Infections by Deep Coverage Pyrosequencing. J Dent Res (in press)

  • Xu HHK, Zhao L, Detamore MS, Takagi S, Chow LC. Umbilical cord stem cell seeding on fast-resorbable calcium phosphate bone cement. Tissue Engineering (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL, Sun L, Chow LC. Novel CaF2 nanocomposite with high strength and F ion release. J Dent Res (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Osteoblastic induction on calcium phosphate cement-chitosan constructs for bone tissue. J Biomed Mater Res A (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Xu HHK, Zhao L, Weir MD. Stem cell-calcium phosphate constructs for bone engineering. J Dent Res (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Human bone marrow stem cell encapsulation in self-setting calcium phosphate scaffolds for bone repair. Acta Biomaterialia (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Moreau JL, Xu HHK. Fluoride releasing restorative materials: effects of pH on mechanical properties and ion release. Dent Mater (2010, in review).

  • Tang M, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Human bone marrow stem cell differentiation in photopolymerized hydrogel for cartilage engineering. Tissue Engineering A (2010, in review).

  • Alongi DJ, Yamaza T, Song Y, Fouad AF, Romberg EE, Shi S, Tuan RS, Huang GT. Stem/progenitor cells from inflamed human dental pulp retain tissue regeneration potential. Regen Med. 2010 May 14.

  • Oh SL, Fouad AF, Park SH. Treatment Strategy for Guided Tissue Regeneration in a Combined Endodontic-Periodontal Lesions: Case Report and Review. J Endod 2009; 36 (10) 1331-6. (this paper had the third highest download for the J Endod, as of 3/1/2010)

  • Mireku AS, Romberg E, Fouad AF, Arola D. Vertical fracture of root filled teeth restored with posts: the effects of patient age and dentine thickness. Int Endod J 2010; 43 (3): 218-25.

  • Nandakumar R, Madayiputhia N, Fouad AF. Proteomic Analysis of Endodontic Infections by Liquid Chromatography -Tandem Mass Spectrometry. Oral Microbiol Immunol 2009; 24: 347-52.

  • Glickman GN, Bakland LK, Fouad AF, Hargreaves KM, Schwartz SA. Diagnostic terminology: report of an online survey. J Endod 2009 Dec; 35(12):1625-33.

  • Zhao L, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Human umbilical cord stem cell encapsulation in calcium phosphate scaffolds for bone engineering. Biomaterials 2010;31:3848–3857.

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL. Dental glass-reinforced composite with calcium and phosphate ion release for caries inhibition. J Biomed Mater Res 2010;92B:332–340.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun S, Moreau JL, Takagi S, Chow LC, Antonucci JM. Strong nanocomposites with Ca, PO4 and F release for caries inhibition. J Dent Res 2010;89:19-28.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Culture human mesenchymal stem cells with calcium phosphate cement scaffolds for bone repair. J Biomed Mater Res 2010;93B: 93–105.

  • Zhao L, Burguera EF, Xu HHK, Amin N, Ryou H, Arola DD. Fatigue and human umbilical cord stem cell seeding characteristics of calcium phosphate–chitosan–biodegradable fiber scaffolds. Biomaterials 2010;31:840–847.

  • Moreau JL, Xu HHK. Mesenchymal stem cell proliferation and differentiation on an injectable calcium phosphate-chitosan composite scaffold. Biomaterials 2009;30:2675-2682.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L. Calcium and phosphate ion releasing composite: Effect of pH on release and mechanical properties. Dent Mater 2009;25:535-542.

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Self-setting collagen-calcium phosphate bone cement: Mechanical and cellular properties. J Biomed Mater Res 2009;91A:605-613.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L, Ngai S, Takagi S, Chow LC. Effect of filler level and particle size on dental caries-inhibiting Ca-PO4 composite. J Mater Science: Mater in Medicine 2009;20:1771-1779.

Published Manuscripts 2008-2009

  • Nandakumar R, Madayiputhia N, Fouad AF. Proteomic Analysis of Endodontic Infections by Liquid Chromatography -Tandem Mass Spectrometry. Oral Microbiol Immunol 2009 (in press).

  • Kakoli P., Nandakumar R., Romberg E., Arola D., Fouad A.F. The effect of age on bacterial penetration of radicular dentin. J Endod 2009:35(1):78-81.

  • Limkangwalmongkol P, Kee E, Chiche GJ, Blatz MB. Comparison of Marginal Fit between All-Porcelain Margin vs Alumina-Supported Margin on Procera Alumina Crowns. J Prosthodont. 2009.Feb;18(2):162-6.

  • Masri R, Quiton RL, Lucas JM, Murray PD, Thompson SM, Keller A. Zona Incerta: A Certain Role in Central Pain. J Neurophys. 2009 In press.

  • Evtimosvska B, Masri R, Driscoll CF, Romberg E. The Change in Retentive Values of Locator Attachments and Hader Clips Over Time. J Prostho. 2009 (In press).

  • Moreau JL, Xu HHK. Mesenchymal stem cell proliferation and differentiation on an injectable calcium phosphate-chitosan composite scaffold. Biomaterials 2009;30:2675-2682.

  • Tan KM, Singer MT, Masri R, Driscoll CF. Modified fluid wax impression for a severely resorbed edentulous mandibular ridge. J Prosthet Dent. 2009; 101:279-82

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Self-setting collagen-calcium phosphate bone cement: Mechanical and cellular properties. J Biomed Mater Res A 2009, in press

  • Zhu L, Tolba M, Arola D, Salloum M, Meza F. Evaluation of effectiveness of Er,Cr:YSGG laser for root canal disinfection: theoretical simulation of temperature elevations in root dentin. J Biomech Eng. 2009 Jul;131(7):071004.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Osteoblastic induction on calcium phosphate cement-chitosan constructs for bone tissue. J Biomed Mater Res A (2009, in press).

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun S, Moreau JL, Takagi S, Chow LC, Antonucci JM. Strong Nanocomposites with Ca, PO4 and F Release for Caries Inhibition. J Dent Res (Invited review paper. 2009, (in press)

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. High-strength, in situ-setting calcium phosphate composite with protein release. J Biomed Mater Res 2008;85A:388-396.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Simon CG. Injectable and strong nano-apatite scaffolds for cell/growth factor delivery and bone regeneration. Dental Materials 2008;24:1212-1222.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L. Calcium and phosphate ion releasing composite: Effect of pH on release and mechanical properties. Dent Mater 2009;25:535-542.

  • Burguera EF, Xu HHK, Sun L. Injectable calcium phosphate cement: Effects of powder-to-liquid ratio and needle size. J Biomed Mater Res 2008;84B:493-502.

Published Manuscripts 2007-2008

  • Warren CA, Mok L, Gordon S, Fouad AF, Gold MS. Quantification of Neural Protein in Extirpated Tooth Pulp. J Endod 2008 Jan; 34(1):7-10.

  • Nandakumar R, Whiting J, Fouad AF. Identification of selected respiratory pathogens in endodontic infections. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod (in press)

  • Sarlani E, Garrett PH, Grace EG, Greenspan JD. Temporal summation of pain characterizes women but not men with temporomandibular disorders. Journal of Orofacial Pain. 2007(4)309-17.

  • Flores MT, Andersson L, Andreasen JO, Bakland LK, Malmgren B, Barnett F, Bourguignon C, DiAngelis A, Hicks ML, et al. Guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries. I. Fractures and luxations of permanent teeth. Dent Traumatol 2007;23:66-71.

  • Flores MT, Andersson L, Andreasen JO, Bakland LK, Barnett F, Bourguignon C, DiAngelis A, Hicks ML, et al. Guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries. II. Avulsion of permanent teeth. Dent Traumatol 2007;23:130-6.

  • Flores MT, Malmgren B, Andersson L, Andreasen JO, Bakland LK, Barnett F, Bourguignon C,DiAngelis A, Hicks ML, et al. Guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries. III. Primary teeth. Dent Traumatol 2007;23:196-202.

  • Sonoyama W, Liu Y, Yamaza T, Tuan RS, Wang S, Shi S, Huang GT. Characterization of the apical papilla and its residing stem cells from human immature permanent teeth: a pilot study. J Endod. 2008 Feb;34(2):166-71.(Cover page)

  • Huang GT, Lee HW, Lee HS, Lee GH, Huh SY, Choi GW, Park SH. Localization of substance P-induced upregulated interleukin-8 expression in human dental pulp explants.Int Endod J. 2008 Feb;41(2):100-7. Epub 2007 Nov 12

  • Limkangwalmongkol P, Chiche GJ, Blatz MB. Precision of fit of two margin designs for metal-ceramic crowns. J Prosthodontics 2007. Jul-Aug;16(4):233-7.

  • Limkangwalmongkol P, Kee E, Chiche GJ, Blatz MB. Comparison of Marginal Fit between All-Porcelain Margin VS Alumina Supported Margin on Procera Alumina Crowns. In Press, Accepted for publication in the Journal of Prosthodontics on February 4, 2008.

  • Koichiro Matsuo, Hiromichi Metani, Keith A. Mays, Jeffrey B. Palmer. Tempospatial Linkage of soft palate and jaw movements in feeding. Journal of Japanese Dysphagia Rehabilitation (in press)

  • Jham BC, Duraes GV, Strassler HE, Sensi LG. Joining the podcast revolution. J Dent Educ. 2008 Mar;72(3): 278-81.

  • Marson FC, Sensi LG, Vieira LC, Araújo E. Clinical evaluation of in-office dental bleaching treatments with and without the use of light-activation sources. Oper Dent. 2008 Jan-Feb;33(1): 15-22.

  • Strassler HE, Sensi LG. Contemporary dental adhesives for direct placement composite resins. www.ineedce.com. 2008; 1-13.

  • Strassler HE, Sensi LG. Etch-and-rinse adhesive bonding. Functional Esthetics & Restorative Dentistry. 2008;2(1): 44-49.

  • Marson FC, Sensi LG, Arruda T. Effect of bleaching on the enamel shear bond strength (in Portuguese). RGO. 2008 56(1): 33-37.

  • Sensi LG, Webley W. A simplified approach for layering composite resin restorations. Gen Dentistry. 2007 Nov;55(7): 638-45.

  • Strassler HE, Sensi LG. Contemporary dental cements to meet the challenges of today’s restorative dentistry. Functional Esthetics & Restorative Dentistry. 2007;1(3): 44-49.

  • Marson FC, Sensi LG. Aesthetic excellence in anterior restorations with composite resins (in Portuguese). Scient A. 2007 1(2): 45-54.

  • Marson FC, Sensi LG, Vieira LCC, Baratieri LN. Effect of a sodium ascorbate gel on the bond strength between bleached enamel and composite resin (in Portuguese). R Odont Unesp. 2007 36(1).

  • Marson FC, Sensi LG. In-office vital tooth bleaching and the need to use auxiliary lights (in Portuguese). R Dental Press Estét. 2007 4(3): 41-53.

  • Sensi LG. Reproduction of natural optical effects with composite resins. Mdental. 2007 Fall;1-12.

  • Strassler HE. Minimally invasive porcelain veneers: indications for a conservative esthetic dentistry treatment modality. Gen Dent. 2007; 55(7): 686-96

  • Strassler HE, Serio CL. Esthetic considerations when splinting with fiber-reinforced composites. Dent Clin North Am. 2007; 51(2):507-24.

  • Karbhari VM, Strassler H. Effect of fiber architecture on flexural characteristics and fracture of fiber reinforced dental composites. Dent Mater. 2007; 23(8):960-8.

  • Burguera EF, Xu HHK, Sun L. Injectable calcium phosphate cement: Effects of powder-to-liquid ratio and needle size. J Biomed Mater Res Part B 2008;84B:493-502.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. High-strength, in situ-setting calcium phosphate composite with protein release. J Biomed Mater Res 2008;85A:388-396.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Simon CG. Injectable and strong nano-apatite scaffolds for cell/growth factor delivery and bone regeneration. Dent Mater (2008, in press).

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Self-setting collagen-calcium phosphate bone cement: Mechanical and cellular properties. J Biomed Mater Res A (2008, in press).

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L, Ngai S, Takagi S, Chow LC. Effects of filler level and particle size on caries-inhibiting dental nanocomposite with Ca2+ and PO4 release. Biomaterials (2008, in review).

  • Xu HHK, Sun L, Weir MD, Takagi S, Chow LC, Hockey B. Effects of nano-sized monocalcium phosphate monohydrate fillers on Ca-and-PO4-releasing dental composites. J Biomed Mater Res: Appl Biomater 2007;81B:116-125.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L, Takagi S, Chow LC. Effect of calcium phosphate nanoparticles on Ca-PO4 composites. J Dent Res 2007;86:378-383.

  • Xu HHK, Carey LE, Simon CG Jr, Takagi S, Chow LC. Premixed calcium phosphate cements: synthesis, physical properties, and cell cytotoxicity. Dental Materials 2007;23:433-441.

  • Sun L, Xu HHK, Takagi S, Chow LC. Fast setting CPC-chitosan composite: Mechanical properties and dissolution rates. J Biomater Appl 2007;21:299-315.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L. Dental nanocomposites with Ca-PO4 release: Effects of reinforcement, dicalcium phosphate particle size and silanization. Dental Materials 2007;23:1482-1491.

  • Xu HHK, Carey LE, Simon CG. Macroporous scaffold of premixed calcium phosphate bone cement: Mechanical properties and cell response. J Mater Sci: Mater in Medicine 2007;18:1345-1353.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Simon CG. In situ setting nano-apatite scaffolds: Load-bearing properties and delivery of cells and growth factors. Acad Dent Mater Trans 2007;21:14-29.

  • Xu HHK, Carey LE, Burguera EF. Strong, macroporous, and in situ-setting calcium phosphate cement layered structures. Biomaterials 2007;28:3786-3796.

Published Manuscripts 2006-2007

  • 2006 Varghese, RM; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E: Effect of Various Denture Cleansing Solutions on the Retention of Yellow Hader Clips: An In-Vitro Study. J Prosthodont 16:164-171.

  • 2006 Park, S; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E; Siegel, S; Thompson, GA: Ceramic Implant Abutments: Cutting Efficiency and Resultant Surface Finish By Diamond Rotary Cutting Instruments. J Prosthet Dent 95:444-449.

  • 2006 Berger, JC; Driscoll, CF; Romberg E; Luo, Q; Thompson, GA: Surface Roughness of Denture Base Acrylic Resins After Processing and After Polishing. J Prosthodont 15: 180-186

  • 2006 Berger, JC; Driscoll, CF: Rehabilitation of a Spark Erosion Prosthesis. J Prosthodont 15:113-116

  • 2006 Al-Ahmad, A; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; von Fraunhofer, JA; Romberg, E: Pressure generated on a mandibular simulated oral analog by impression materials in custom trays of different design. J Prosthodont 15:95-101

  • Cook J, Nandakumar R, Fouad AF. Molecular- and culture-based comparison of the effects of antimicrobial agents on bacterial survival in infected dentinal tubules. J Endod 2007; 33(6):690-2

  • Nandakumar R, Mirchandani R, Fouad AF. Primer Sensitivity: Can it influence the results in Enterococcus faecalis prevalence studies? Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod 2007; 103(3): 429-32.

  • Kirkpatrick, B., Hack, GD., et al. Palate and Dentition in Schizophrenia. Schizophrenia Research. Volume 91, March 2007, Issues 1-3, Pages 187-191.

  • 2007(May) Presentation at the National University of Singapore Dental School Clinical Symposium, Singapore “Use of Precision and Semi-Precision Attachments” 1 hr, Driscoll, C.

  • Simcock R, Hicks ML. Delivery of calcium hydroxide: comparison of four filling techniques. J Endod 2006;32:680-2.

  • Chueh LH, Huang GT. Immature teeth with periradicular periodontitis or abscess undergoing apexogenesis: a paradigm shift. J Endod. 2006 Dec;32(12):1205-13. Epub 2006 Oct 13. (Cover page) (Selected by the editor for media outreach; interviewed by Alan Mozes at HEALTHDAY, NY Times syndicate, news article published in various health news internationally; interviewed by LA Times Today and Scientific American)

  • Yin C, Dang HN, Gazor F, Huang GT. Mouse salivary glands and human beta-defensin-2 as a study model for antimicrobial gene therapy: technical considerations. Int J Antimicrob Agents. 2006 Oct;28(4):352-60. Epub 2006 Sep 11.

  • Huang GT, Sonoyama W, Chen J, Park SH. In vitro characterization of human dental pulp cells: various isolation methods and culturing environments. Cell Tissue Res. 2006 May;324(2):225-36. Epub 2006 Jan 27.

  • Yin C, Dang HN, Zhang HB, Gazor F, Kim D, Sorensen OE, Huang GT. Capacity of human beta-defensin expression in gene-transduced and cytokine-induced cells. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2006 Jan 6;339(1):344-54. Epub 2005 Nov 15

  • Alvares I, Sensi LG, Araujo EM Jr, Araujo E. Silicone index: an alternative approach for tooth fragment reattachment. J Esthet Restor Dent. 2007;19(5): 240-5.

  • Sensi LG, Strassler HE, Webley W. Direct composite resins. Inside Dentistry. 2007 July-Aug;3(7): 76-79.

  • Strassler HE, Taler D, Sensi LG. Single visit natural tooth pontic bridge with fiber reinforcement ribbon. Oral Health. 2007 July: 24-36.

  • Strassler HE, Taler D, Sensi LG. Fiber reinforcement for one-visit single-tooth replacement. Dent Today. 2007 Jun;26(6): 120-25.

  • Sensi LG, Marson FC, Belli R, Baratieri LN, Monteiro S Jr. Interfacial morphology of self-etching adhesive systems in dentin. Quintessence Int. 2007 Feb;38(2): 112-19.

  • Sensi LG, Araújo FO, Marson FC, Monteiro S Jr. Reproducing opalescent and counter-opalescent effects with direct composite resins. Quintessence of Dental Technology. 2007 4: 47-50.

  • Marson FC, Sensi LG, Araujo FO. Dental bleaching associated with enamel micro-abrasion to remove white spots (in Portuguese). R Dental Press Estét. 2007 4(1): 89-96.

Published Manuscripts

  • Fouad AF, Zerella J, Barry J, Spangberg LS. Molecular detection of Enterococcus spp. in root canals of therapy-resistant endodontic infections. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod; 99(1): 112-118.

  • Jung IY, Seo MA, Fouad AF, Lee SJ, Kim HJ, Kum KY. Apical anatomy in mesial and mesiobuccal roots of permanent first molars. J Endod; 31(5):264-8.

  • Fouad AF, Barry J. The effect of antibiotics and endodontic antimicrobials on the polymerase chain reaction. J Endod; 31(7)510-13.

  • Shabahang S, Bakland, L, D’Addario M, Fayad M, Fouad AF, Goodacre C, Hargreaves K, Holland GR, Ingle J, Johnson B, Kuttler S, Lilly J, Loushine R, Mickel A, Newton CW, Rotstein I, Ruddle C, Steffel CL, Torabinejad M. State of the Art and Science of Endodontics JADA; 136:41-52.

  • Kaufman B, Spangberg LS, Barry J, Fouad AF. Enterococcus spp. in endodontically treated teeth with and without periradicular lesions. J Endod; 31(12): 851-6.

  • Zerella JA, Fouad AF, Spångberg LSW. The effectiveness of a mixture of Calcium Hydroxide and Chlorhexidine Digluconate as a disinfectant during retreatment of failed endodontic cases. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod; 100(6): 756-61

  • Habib, BH; von Fraunhofer, JA; Driscoll, CF: Comparison of Two Luting Agents Used for the Retention of Cast Dowels and Cores. J Prosthodont. 14: 164-169.

  • Masri R, Ro J, Capra N. Effect of algesic chemical stimulation on jaw muscle spindle afferent sensitivity. Brain Res. Jul 19:138-47.

  • Litkowski, LJ, Christensen, SE, Adamson, DN, Van Dyke, T, Han, SH & Newman, K: Analgesic Efficacy and Tolerability of Oxycodone 5mg/Ibuprofen 400mg Compared with Oxycodone 5mg/Acetaminophen 325 mg and Hydrocodone 7.5mg/Acetaminophen 500 mg in Patients with Moderate to Severe Postoperative Pain: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Single Dose, Parallel-Group Study in a Dental Pain Model. Clinical Therapeutics 27(4):1-12.

  • D. Armellini, R. Carmichael , John Daskalogiannakis , J. A. von Fraunhofer; Camouflaging Changes in the Appearance of a Patient with Ectodermal Dysplasia.

  • J Implant Dentistry;14;1-6.

  • Masri R, Ro J, Dessem D, Capra N. Classification of muscle spindle afferents innervating the masseter muscle in rats. Arch Oral Bio. (In press).

  • Dersley G, Masri R. A technique to recement provisional crowns by reactivating residual zinc oxide-eugenol cement. J Prosthet Dent. J Prosthet Dent. 2006 May;95(5):397-8

  • Varghese R, Masri R, Driscoll CF, Romberg E. The effect of denture cleansing solutions on the retention of yellow Hader clips; an In-Vitro study. J Prosthodont. (In press).

  • Al-Ahmad, Masri R, Driscoll CF, von Fraunhofer, JA, Romberg E. Pressure generated on a mandibular simulated oral analog by impression materials in custom trays of different designs. J Prosthodont. 2006 Mar-Apr;15(2):95-101.

  • D. Armellini, S. Bilko, R. Carmichael, J. A. von Fraunhofer.Screw-retained prosthesis for Straumann implant sites of limited interocclusal height J Prosthdont;15:198-201

  • Park, S; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E; Siegel, S; Thompson, GA: Ceramic Implant Abutments: Cutting Efficiency and Resultant Surface Finish. J Prosthet Dent. 2006 Jun;95(6):444-9.

  • Berger, JC; Driscoll, CF: Rehabilitation of a Spark Erosion Prosthesis.  J Prosthodont. 2006 Mar-Apr;15(2):113-6.

  • Berger, JC; Driscoll, CF; Romberg E; Luo, Q; Thompson, GA:Surface Roughness of Denture Base Acrylic Resins After Processing and After Polishing. J Prosthodont. 2006 May-Jun;15(3):180-6.

  • Chunyi Yin, Hoa N. Dang, Hai-Bo Zhang, Farzad Gazor, Daniel Kim, Ole E. Sorensen, and George T.-J. Huang. Capacity of Human β-Defensin Expression in Gene-Transduced and Cytokine-Induced Cells. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Comm. 2006 Jan 6;339(1):344-54. Epub 2005 Nov 15

  • Huang, G. T.-J., Sonoyama, W., Chen, J. and Park, S. H, In vitro characterization of human dental pulp cells –different isolation methods and culturing environments. Cell Tissue Res Epub Jan. 2006

  • Arola, D., W. Zheng, J. A. Rouland, and N. Sundaram (2005) “Stress Ratio Contributes to Fatigue Crack Growth in Dentin,” Journal of Biomedical Materials Research. 73A, (2), pp.201 - 212.

  • Arola, D. and R. Reprogel, (2005) “Effects of Aging on the Mechanical Behavior of Human Dentin,” Biomaterials 26 (18):4051-4061.

  • Arola, D. and R. Reprogel, (2006) “Tubule Orientation and the Fatigue Strength of Human Dentin,” Biomaterials 27(9): 2131-2140.

  • Arola, D., K. A. Stoffel, and D. T. Yang, (2006) “Fatigue of the Cement/Bone Interface: The Surface Texture of Bone and Loosening,” Journal of Biomedical Materials Research: Applied Biomaterials 76B(2):287-297.

Abstracts and Presentations

Abstracts 2013-2014

  • Winberg T, Bennett I, Bellingham P, Otis L, Fouad AF. A Novel Approach to the Treatment and Outcome Assessment of Apical Periodontitis: A Double-Blind, Randomized Clinical Trial. OR01 J Endod 2014: 40(3): e2

  • Kim JR, Yu Z, Verma P, Huang G, Fouad AF. Effect of Calcium Silicate-Containing Materials on Stem Cells From the Apical Papilla. PR53, J Endod 2014: 40 (3): e29

  • Verma P, Yu Z, Ayachi IE, Kim JR, Huang G, Fouad AF. An In Situ Animal Model for Dentin-Pulp Regeneration. PR56, J Endod 2014: 40 (3): e36

  • Alsaeed T, Nosrat A, Fouad AF. Susceptibility of Common Endodontic Pathogens to Common and Potential Intracanal Antibiotics for Regenerative Endodontics PR01, J Endod 2014: 40 (3): e23

  • Negron L, Yang R, Banda A, Warburton G, Venezia R, Fouad AF. A Microbiological Analysis of Cases with Severe Endodontic Infections. PR36, J Endod 2014: 40 (3): e31

  • Tawady T, Fein J, Deschenes R, Tordik P, Caplan D, Silver K, Fouad AF. The Correlation Between Periapical Healing With Diabetes and HbA1c Levels. PR53, J Endod 2014: 40 (3): e36

  • Fouad AF, Mongodin EF, Blattner T, Vir K, Seltzer J, Lal B. Microbiome Analysis of Oral and Atheromatous Plaques in Atherosclerotic Patients. International Association of Dental Research Meeting, Cape Town, South Africa, J Dent Res 2014, 6

  • Hack GD. Fires in Social Settings: An Examination of Preventive Strategies- Poster presented at World Conference of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Manchester U.K., May 30, 2014

  • Hack GD.  My Dentist told me I may have HIV, Now What? Oral presentation at IPE Day UMB February 19, 2014

  • Hack GD. Student Readiness for Interprofessional Learning Experiences Oral presentation at ADEA Annual meeting March 17, 2014 San Antonio Tx

  • Levine E, Weir M, Hack GD. IADR – Evaluating of Student Cavity Preparation Dimensions Using CAD/CAM Technology. Oral Session.  March, 2014. Charlotte, North Carolina

  • Levine E, Hack GD. Diabetes Screening in Dentistry. National Oral Health Conference. April, 2014. Fort Worth, Texas

  • Melo, MAS, Wu JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK.  Antibacterial orthodontic cement containing a quaternary ammonium monomer dimethylaminododecyl methacrylate. AADR abstract, March 2014, Charlotte, NC

  • Melo MAS, Cheng L, Zhang Z, Weir MD, Rodrigues L, Xu HHK.  Anticaries Properties of Dental Materials Containing Silver and Calcium-phosphate Nanoparticles.  IADR/AADR abstract 2013

  • Zhou C, Weir MD, Zhang K, Deng D, Cheng L, Xu, HHK.  Synthesis of Antibacterial Monomers and Incorporation into Caries-Inhibiting Calcium-Phosphate Nanocomposite.  IADR/AADR abstract 2013

  • Melo MAS, Cheng L, Zhang K, Weir MD, Lidiany KA. Rodrigues L, Xu, HHK.  Novel dental adhesive containing silver and amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles with antibacterial and caries-inhibiting properties.  59th Congress of the European Organization for Caries Research (ORCA), Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

  • Strassler HE, About I, Jeanneau C, Chmilewsky F, Brognart M, Laurent P. Tricalcium Silicate Cements and the Consequences of Adding Resinous Components University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, Aix-Marseille Université, Marseille, France

  • Price RB, Michaud P, Rueggeberg FA, Price H, Labrie D Alshaafi MQ, Strassler HE. Power and Irradiance Beam Uniformity from Budget Curing Lights. Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, Georgia Regents University, Augusta, GA, Acadia University, Halifax, NS, Canada, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD

  • Alqahtani MQ, Price RB, Alshaafi M, Labrie D, Strassler HE, Price H. Irradiance and Power Output From Ten Budget Curing Lights. King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, Acadia University, Halifax, NS, Canada

  • Samaha S, Bhatt S, Perry RD, Price RB, Strassler HE. Energy Delivery Based on Restoration Location and Light Curing Unit. Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD

  • Samaha S, Bhatt S, Beninati C, Perry RD, Price RB, Strassler HE. Effect of Instruction on Energy Delivered to Simulated Restorations. Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD

  • Macintyre IC, Price RB, Seth S, Lee C, Strassler HE. Light Curing Abilities of Dentists and Dental Students. Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD

  • Price TB, O’Keefe JP, Price RB, Strassler HE. General Dental Practitioners’ Knowledge About Their Light Curing Unit. University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada, Canadian Dental Association, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD

  • Zhang Z, Cheng L, Weir MD, Bai Y, Xu HHK.  Dental Nanoomposites Containing Novel Antibacterial Quaternary Ammonium Monomers. IADR/AADR abstract 2013

  • Cheng L, Zhang K, Weir MD, Zhou X, Xu HHK.  Anti-biofilm nanocomposite with silver particles and quaternary ammonium. 113th general meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, Denver, CO, May 18-21, 2013

  • Cheng L, Weir MD, Zhang Z, Zhou X, Xu HHK. Anti-biofilm Properties of Dental Bonding Agents Containing QAS And Nano-silver.  IADR/AADR abstract 2013

  • Cheng L, Li F, Weir MD, Zhang K, Melo MAS, Zhou X, Bai Y, Lidiany KA, Rodrigues L, Xu HHK. Novel Antibacterial and Remineralizing Dental Nanomaterials to Inhibit Caries. Speaker, UMB School of Dentistry EPOD Evidence-based Dentistry Seminar, 2013

  • Chen C, Weir MD, Cheng L, Lin N, Lin-Gibson S, Chow LC, Zhou X, Xu HHK.  Antibacterial Activity and Ion Release of Calcium Phosphate Bonding Agent.  AADR abstract, March 2014, Charlotte, NC

  • Zhou H, Li F, Weir MD, Zhou X, XU HHK.  Adhesive Chain Length And Charge Density Effects On Microcosm Biofilms.  AADR abstract, March 2014, Charlotte, NC

  • Wang P, Liu X, Chen W, Weir MD, Xu HHK.  Bone Engineering via iPSCs, hBMSCs and UCMSCs in Rat Cranium.  AADR abstract, March 2014, Charlotte, NC

  • Weir MD, Chow LC, Xu HHK. Effect of Novel Calcium Phosphate Nanocomposites on Remineralization of Dentin.  AADR abstract, March 2014, Charlotte, NC

  • Chen W, Liu J, Manuchehrabadi N, Weir MD, Zhu Z, Xu HHK. Stem Cell-Calcium Phosphate Constructs for Dental and Craniofacial Bone Engineering. AADR abstract, March 2014, Charlotte, NC

  • Xu HHK.  Stem Cells and Scaffolds for Bone Tissue Engineering.  Invited Keynote speaker, University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Dentistry Research Day, January 2014, Jackson, MS

Abstracts and Presentations 2012-2013

  • Fouad AF. Pulp regeneration in previously infected or uninfected root canal space, IADR Satellite Symposium on: “Pulp Regeneration - Translational Opportunities”, San Francisco, IADR meeting in Seattle, Washington 2013.

  • T.C. Blattner, B.A. Reece, E. Romberg, A.F. Fouad. Relationship between self-reported cardiovascular disease and the severity of endodontic pathosis. PR10; J Endod 2013: 39 (3):e23

  • J. Kim, W. Chiou, A.F. Fouad. Ultrastructural Examination of the Interface between root canal wall and calcium silicate-containing materials. PR28; J Endod 2013: 39 (3):e27

  • P. Verma, A.F. Fouad. Assessment of endodontic components of access to care initiatives in the states of Maryland and Virginia. PR56; J Endod 2013: 39 (3):e34

  • K. Vir, T. Blattner, E. Romberg, A.F. Fouad. Characterization of endodontic findings in a cohort of patients with atherosclerotic vascular disease. PR57; J Endod 2013: 39 (3):e34

  • T.J. Winberg, A.D. Fouad, A.F. Fouad. Volumetric analysis of CBCT scans: A novel method for determining periapical lesion size. PR59 J Endod 2013: 39 (3): e35

  • Masri, R. Posterior Thalamus: A Role in Pain Processing. American Dental Association. 2012. San Francisco, California.

  • Prolonged Analgesic Effects of Motor Cortex Stimulation in an Animal Model of Spinal Cord Injury Pain. Society for Neuroscience Meeting.  2012. New Orleans, Louisiana.

  • Mechanisms of Pain Relief Following Motor Cortex Stimulation in an Animal Model of Spinal Cord Injury Pain.Society for Neuroscience Meeting. 2012. New Orleans, Louisiana.

  • Thalamocortical Asynchrony in Conditions of Spinal Cord Injury Pain. International Association for the Study of Pain. 2012. Milan, Italy.

  • Mediodorsal Thalamus: Response Properties in Normal and Spinal Cord Injured Rats. International Association for the Study of Pain. 2012. Milan, Italy.

  • Masri, R. "Occlusion: Theories, Implications and Patient Treatment," The Jordanian Society of Conservative Dentistry. Amman, Jordan, 2012.

  • Masri, R. "Thinking Outside the Box: Implants for the Hearing Impaired?"  The Boucher Conference. Columbus, OH, 2012.

  • Masri, R. "Complex Rehabilitation of Patients with Dento-Alveolar Defects," University of Iowa, IA, 2012.

  • Hack, GD, Blenko J, Grissom, T. ADEA Poster. “Medical Crises Simulation: Inter-Professional Innovation and Assessment”. ADEA 2013 Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington.

  • Chand P, Hack GD, Fouad, A. ADEA Poster. “Introduction of Surgical Operating Microscopes in the Preclinical Endodontic Course”. ADEA 2013 Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington.

  • Levine E, Hack, GD: ADEA TechExpo. “Computer Assisted Evaluation for Preclinical Dental Education”. ADEA 2013 Annual Session, Seattle, Washington.

  • Levine, E, Hack, GD. “Investigating The Benefit of Evaluating Student Tooth Preparations using CAD/CAM Technology”. American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics Annual Meeting Poster Presentation. Chicago, Illinois.

  • Levine E, Hack, GD. IADR – “Investigating the Evaluation of Student Tooth Preparations Using CAD/CAM Technology. Poster Discussion Session. Seattle, Washington.

  • Williams, D.  “A Multi-disciplinary Approach to a Mass Fatality Incident “, World Association of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Leesburg, VA

  • Williams, D. "Fires in Social Settings: An examination of Prevention Strategies" accepted by World Association of Disaster and Emergency Medicine for presentation in May, 2013 Manchester, England.

  • Williams, D. “Identification of the Acute Bite Mark” International Association of Forensic Nurses, Maryland/DC chapter, Baltimore, MD.

  • Cheng L, Weir MD, Zhang K, Zhou X, Xu H. Anti-biofilm Properties Of Dental Bonding Agents Containing QAS And Nano-silver. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 610.

  • Zhou C, Weir MD, Zhang K, Deng D, Cheng L, Xu H. Synthesis of Antibacterial Monomers and Incorporation into Caries-Inhibiting Calcium-Phosphate Nanocomposite. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 611.

  • Melo MAS, Cheng L, Zhang K, Weir MD, Rodrigues L, Xu H. Anticaries Properties of Dental Materials Containing Silver and Calcium-phosphate Nanoparticles. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 2799.

  • Dirihan RS, Yahyazadehfar M, Mutluay M, Ryou H, Majd H, Arola D, and Tezvergil-Mutluay A. Fatigue resistance of endodontically treated teeth restored with metal-free posts. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 3542.

  • Do D, Orrego S, Mutluay M, Yahyazadehfar M, Majd H, Lee HH, and Arola D. Accelerated fatigue of dentin resulting from lactic acid solutions. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 3357.

  • Mutluay M, Yahyazadehfar M, Ryou H, Majd H, Do D, and Arola D. A new approach for evaluating fatigue of dentin bonds. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 3542.

  • Mutluay M, Zhang K, Ryou H, Yahyazadehfar M, Majd H, Xu HHK, and Arola D. Degradation of resin-dentin bond durability by biofilm. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 270.

  • Mutluay M, Yahyazadehfar M, Ryou H, Majd H, and Arola D. Resin-enamel bonds are not resilient to cyclic loading. Presented at the 90th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Seattle WA, March 20-23, 2013, Abstract 33.

  • Mutluay M, Yahyazadehfar M, Ryou H, Majd H, Do D, and Arola D. Evaluating the durability of adhesive bonds to dentin and enamel: A mechanistic approach. Presented at the 142nd Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), San Antonio TX, March 3-7, 2013.

  • Ivancik J, Arola D. Importance of microstructure on the crack growth resistance of dentin. Presented at the 142nd Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), San Antonio TX, March 3-7, 2013.

  • Li G, Yahyazadehfar M, Garrano AMC, Ossa A, Arola D. On the changes in mechanical behavior of fish scales by polar solvents. Presented at the 142nd Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), San Antonio TX, March 3-7, 2013.

  • Yahyazadehfar M and Arola D. The importance of decussation on the crack growth resistance of enamel. Presented at the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FL, March 11-15, 2012.

Abstracts 2011-2012

  • Yahyazadehfar M and Arola D. The importance of decussation on the crack growth resistance of enamel. Presented in the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FLA, March 11-15, 2012.

  • Viray J and Arola D. Residual stresses in bone resulting from surface treatments. Presented in the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FLA, March 11-15, 2012.

  • Rivera C, Arola D, Ossa A. Self healing characteristics of human enamel. Presented in the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FLA, March 11-15, 2012.

  • Majd H, Romberg E and Arola D. Fatigue behavior of coronal dentin after bur preparation. Presented in the 41st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of the AADR, Tampa FLA, March 21-24, 2012, Abstract No. 1098.

  • Orrego S and Arola D. Erosion of dentin resulting from cyclic stress and pH challenges. Presented in the 41st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of the AADR, Tampa FLA, March 21-24, 2012, Abstract No. 1096. 2012 Damghani S; Masri RM; Driscoll CF; Romberg, E:. The effect of number and distribution of maxillary implants on the load transfer in implant-retained maxillary overdentures: an in vitro study zone. J Prosthet Dent; 107: 358-365.

  • 2012 Tan, KM; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Limkangwolmongkol, P; Romberg, E: Effect of Axial Wall Modification on the Retention of Cement-Retained, Implant Supported Crowns. J Prosthet Dent; 107: 80-85.

  • Paranasal Sinuses and Selective Brain Cooling: Is There a Connection? Hack GD, Gallup AC (Princeton University). International Association of Dental Research. San Diego, Ca. March 16-19, 2011.

  • Sphenomandibularis Muscle Tenotomy: A New Treatment for Trigeminal Neuropathic Pain. Fuentes EH (University of Chile), Hack GD. International Association of Dental Research. San Diego, Ca. March 16-19, 2011.

  • Does Haptic Technology Have a Place in Dental Education? An Interprofesssional Approach. Hack GD, Levine E, Gilliam J, Trotman CA. American Association of Dental Education. San Diego, Ca. March 12-15, 2011.

  • Glass Particle-Reinforced Calcium Phosphate-Composite with High Strength and Caries Inhibition Capability. Limkangwalmongkol P, Hack GD, Moreau JL, Xu H. IADR. Barcelona, Spain.

  • Chairside CAD/CAM Technology: The Challenge of Integrating New Technologies into the Dental Curriculum. Hack GD, Weinstein G, Siegel S. ADEA Annual Meeting. Orland, Florida.

  • Effects of Tigecycline on Tooth Color. IADR: Gupta S, Hack GD, Fouad A. American Association of Dental Research Annual Meeting Tampa, Florida.

  • Curriculum Enhancement: The Positive Influence on Clinic Production and Student Attitudes. Levine E, Hack GD. American Association of Dental Education Annual Session. Orlando, Florida.

  • Using Biomaterial Investigative Skills to Assist in the Clinical Decision Making Process. Levine, E, Hack G, Prymas S. J Dent Education 2011;75(2): #117.

  • Chen W, Zhou H, Tang M, Weir MD, Bao C, Xu HHK. Macroporous gas-foaming calcium phosphate cement encapsulation of human umbilical cord stem cells. Tissue Engineering A (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Cheng L, Weir MD, Limkangwalmongkol P, Hack GD, Xu HHK, Chen QM, Zhou XD. Tetracalcium phosphate composite containing quaternary ammonium dimethacrylate with antibacterial properties. J Biomed Mater Res B (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Thein-Han WW, Xu HHK. Collagen-calcium phosphate cement scaffolds seeded with umbilical cord stem cells for bone tissue engineering. Tissue Eng A (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Tang M, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Mannitol-containing macroporous calcium phosphate cement encapsulating human umbilical cord stem cells. JournalofTissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Zhou H, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Effect of cell seeding density on proliferation and osteodifferentiation of umbilical cord stem cells on calcium phosphate cement-fiber scaffold. Tissue Eng Part A 2011;17: 2603-2613.

  • Bao C, Chen W, Weir MD, Thein-Han W, Xu HHK. Effects of electrospun submicron fibers in calcium phosphate cement scaffold on mechanical properties and osteogenic differentiation of umbilical cord stem cells. Acta Biomaterialia 2011;7:4037-4044.

  • Moreau JL, Sun L, Chow LC, Xu HHK. Mechanical and acid neutralizing properties and inhibition of bacterial growth of amorphous calcium phosphate dental nanocomposite. J Biomed Mater Res Part B 2011;98: 80–88.

  • Zhou H, Xu HHK. The fast release of stem cells from alginate-fibrin microbeads in injectable scaffolds for bone tissue engineering. Biomaterials 2011;32:7503-7513.

  • Zhao L, Tang M, Weir MD, Detamore MS, Xu HHK. Osteogenic media and rhBMP-2 induced differentiation of umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells encapsulated in alginate microbeads and integrated in an injectable calcium phosphate-chitosan fibrous scaffold. Tissue Engineering Part A 2011;17:969-979.

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL, Sun L, Chow LC. Nanocomposite containing amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles for caries inhibition. Dent Mater 2011;27:762-769

Abstracts 2011-2012

  • Yahyazadehfar M and Arola D. The importance of decussation on the crack growth resistance of enamel. Presented in the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FLA, March 11-15, 2012.

  • Viray J and Arola D. Residual stresses in bone resulting from surface treatments. Presented in the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FLA, March 11-15, 2012.

  • Rivera C, Arola D, Ossa A. Self healing characteristics of human enamel. Presented in the 141st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), Orlando FLA, March 11-15, 2012.

  • Majd H, Romberg E and Arola D. Fatigue behavior of coronal dentin after bur preparation. Presented in the 41st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of the AADR, Tampa FLA, March 21-24, 2012, Abstract No. 1098.

  • Orrego S and Arola D. Erosion of dentin resulting from cyclic stress and pH challenges. Presented in the 41st Annual Meeting and Exhibition of the AADR, Tampa FLA, March 21-24, 2012, Abstract No. 1096. 2012 Damghani S; Masri RM; Driscoll CF; Romberg, E:. The effect of number and distribution of maxillary implants on the load transfer in implant-retained maxillary overdentures: an in vitro study zone. J Prosthet Dent; 107: 358-365.

  • 2012 Tan, KM; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Limkangwolmongkol, P; Romberg, E: Effect of Axial Wall Modification on the Retention of Cement-Retained, Implant Supported Crowns. J Prosthet Dent; 107: 80-85.

  • Paranasal Sinuses and Selective Brain Cooling: Is There a Connection? Hack GD, Gallup AC (Princeton University). International Association of Dental Research. San Diego, Ca. March 16-19, 2011.

  • Sphenomandibularis Muscle Tenotomy: A New Treatment for Trigeminal Neuropathic Pain. Fuentes EH (University of Chile), Hack GD. International Association of Dental Research. San Diego, Ca. March 16-19, 2011.

  • Does Haptic Technology Have a Place in Dental Education? An Interprofesssional Approach. Hack GD, Levine E, Gilliam J, Trotman CA. American Association of Dental Education. San Diego, Ca. March 12-15, 2011.

  • Glass Particle-Reinforced Calcium Phosphate-Composite with High Strength and Caries Inhibition Capability. Limkangwalmongkol P, Hack GD, Moreau JL, Xu H. IADR. Barcelona, Spain.

  • Chairside CAD/CAM Technology: The Challenge of Integrating New Technologies into the Dental Curriculum. Hack GD, Weinstein G, Siegel S. ADEA Annual Meeting. Orland, Florida.

  • Effects of Tigecycline on Tooth Color. IADR: Gupta S, Hack GD, Fouad A. American Association of Dental Research Annual Meeting Tampa, Florida.

  • Curriculum Enhancement: The Positive Influence on Clinic Production and Student Attitudes. Levine E, Hack GD. American Association of Dental Education Annual Session. Orlando, Florida.

  • Using Biomaterial Investigative Skills to Assist in the Clinical Decision Making Process. Levine, E, Hack G, Prymas S. J Dent Education 2011;75(2): #117.

  • Chen W, Zhou H, Tang M, Weir MD, Bao C, Xu HHK. Macroporous gas-foaming calcium phosphate cement encapsulation of human umbilical cord stem cells. Tissue Engineering A (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Cheng L, Weir MD, Limkangwalmongkol P, Hack GD, Xu HHK, Chen QM, Zhou XD. Tetracalcium phosphate composite containing quaternary ammonium dimethacrylate with antibacterial properties. J Biomed Mater Res B (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Thein-Han WW, Xu HHK. Collagen-calcium phosphate cement scaffolds seeded with umbilical cord stem cells for bone tissue engineering. Tissue Eng A (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Tang M, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Mannitol-containing macroporous calcium phosphate cement encapsulating human umbilical cord stem cells. JournalofTissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (2011, accepted for publication).

  • Zhou H, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Effect of cell seeding density on proliferation and osteodifferentiation of umbilical cord stem cells on calcium phosphate cement-fiber scaffold. Tissue Eng Part A 2011;17: 2603-2613.

  • Bao C, Chen W, Weir MD, Thein-Han W, Xu HHK. Effects of electrospun submicron fibers in calcium phosphate cement scaffold on mechanical properties and osteogenic differentiation of umbilical cord stem cells. Acta Biomaterialia 2011;7:4037-4044.

  • Moreau JL, Sun L, Chow LC, Xu HHK. Mechanical and acid neutralizing properties and inhibition of bacterial growth of amorphous calcium phosphate dental nanocomposite. J Biomed Mater Res Part B 2011;98: 80–88.

  • Zhou H, Xu HHK. The fast release of stem cells from alginate-fibrin microbeads in injectable scaffolds for bone tissue engineering. Biomaterials 2011;32:7503-7513.

  • Zhao L, Tang M, Weir MD, Detamore MS, Xu HHK. Osteogenic media and rhBMP-2 induced differentiation of umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells encapsulated in alginate microbeads and integrated in an injectable calcium phosphate-chitosan fibrous scaffold. Tissue Engineering Part A 2011;17:969-979.

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL, Sun L, Chow LC. Nanocomposite containing amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles for caries inhibition. Dent Mater 2011;27:762-769

Abstracts 2010-2011

  • An B, Liu Y, Arola D, Zhang D. Fracture toughening mechanism of cortical bone: An experimental and numerical approach. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials 2011 (in press).

  • Ivancik J, Neerchal NK, Romberg E and Arola D. On the reduction in fatigue crack growth resistance of dentin with depth. Journal of Dental Research 2011 (in press).

  • Ryou H, Amin N, Ross A, Wang DH, Eidelman N Romberg E, and Arola D. Contributions of microstructure and chemical composition to the mechanical properties of dentin. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine 2011 (in press).

  • Childs THC and Arola D., Machining of cortical bone: Simulations of chip formation mechanics using metal machining models. Machining Science and Technology, 2011 (in press).

  • Zhang B, Arola D. and Gullapalli R. Three-dimensional image registration based on strain energy minimization: Application to prostrate magnetic resonance imaging. Journal of Digital Imaging 2011 (in press).

  • Liu B, Lu C, Wu Y, Zhang X, Arola D, Zhang D. The effects of adhesive type and thickness on stress distribution in molars restored with all-ceramic crowns. J Prosthodont. 2011; 20(1): 35-44.

  • Quinn GD, Studart AR, Hebert C, Verhoef JR and Arola D. Fatigue of zirconia and dental bridge geometry: Design implications. Dental Materials 2010; 26(12):1133-1136.

  • Li L, Hsiao WWL, Nandakumar R, Barbuto SM, Mongodin EF, Paster BJ, Fraser-Liggett CM, and Fouad AF. Analyzing Endodontic Infections by Deep Coverage Pyrosequencing. J Dent Res:2010; 89 (9); 980-4

  • Electromyographic Activity of the Sphenomandibularis and lateral Pterygoid Human Muscles During Lateral Movements. Fuentes EH, Frugone R, Paolinelli C, Hack GD, Bittner V. Minerva Stomatologica. (Submitted for Publication).

  • Comparison of the Accuracy of Conventional Impressions vs. Digita Impressions. Hack, GD, Barnes D, Depaola, L American Dental Association’s Professional Product Review. Journal of the American Dental Association. April, 2011.

  • New Teaching Concepts in Dental Universities. Hack GD. Planmeca Forum. (Submitted for Publication).

  • Human Paranasal Sinuses and Selective Brain Cooling: A Ventilation System Activated by Yawning. Gallup AC, Hack GD. (Submitted for Publication).

Abstracts 2009-2010

  • Li L, Hsiao WWL, Nandakumar R, Barbuto SM, Mongodin EF, Paster BJ, Fraser-Liggett CM, and Fouad AF. Analyzing Endodontic Infections by Deep Coverage Pyrosequencing. J Dent Res (in press)

  • Xu HHK, Zhao L, Detamore MS, Takagi S, Chow LC. Umbilical cord stem cell seeding on fast-resorbable calcium phosphate bone cement. Tissue Engineering (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL, Sun L, Chow LC. Novel CaF2 nanocomposite with high strength and F ion release. J Dent Res (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Osteoblastic induction on calcium phosphate cement-chitosan constructs for bone tissue. J Biomed Mater Res A (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Xu HHK, Zhao L, Weir MD. Stem cell-calcium phosphate constructs for bone engineering. J Dent Res (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Human bone marrow stem cell encapsulation in self-setting calcium phosphate scaffolds for bone repair. Acta Biomaterialia (2010, accepted for publication).

  • Moreau JL, Xu HHK. Fluoride releasing restorative materials: effects of pH on mechanical properties and ion release. Dent Mater (2010, in review).

  • Tang M, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Human bone marrow stem cell differentiation in photopolymerized hydrogel for cartilage engineering. Tissue Engineering A (2010, in review).

  • Alongi DJ, Yamaza T, Song Y, Fouad AF, Romberg EE, Shi S, Tuan RS, Huang GT. Stem/progenitor cells from inflamed human dental pulp retain tissue regeneration potential. Regen Med. 2010 May 14.

  • Oh SL, Fouad AF, Park SH. Treatment Strategy for Guided Tissue Regeneration in a Combined Endodontic-Periodontal Lesions: Case Report and Review. J Endod 2009; 36 (10) 1331-6. (this paper had the third highest download for the J Endod, as of 3/1/2010)

  • Mireku AS, Romberg E, Fouad AF, Arola D. Vertical fracture of root filled teeth restored with posts: the effects of patient age and dentine thickness. Int Endod J 2010; 43 (3): 218-25.

  • Nandakumar R, Madayiputhia N, Fouad AF. Proteomic Analysis of Endodontic Infections by Liquid Chromatography -Tandem Mass Spectrometry. Oral Microbiol Immunol 2009; 24: 347-52.

  • Glickman GN, Bakland LK, Fouad AF, Hargreaves KM, Schwartz SA. Diagnostic terminology: report of an online survey. J Endod 2009 Dec; 35(12):1625-33.

  • Zhao L, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Human umbilical cord stem cell encapsulation in calcium phosphate scaffolds for bone engineering. Biomaterials 2010;31:3848–3857.

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL. Dental glass-reinforced composite with calcium and phosphate ion release for caries inhibition. J Biomed Mater Res 2010;92B:332–340.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun S, Moreau JL, Takagi S, Chow LC, Antonucci JM. Strong nanocomposites with Ca, PO4 and F release for caries inhibition. J Dent Res 2010;89:19-28.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Culture human mesenchymal stem cells with calcium phosphate cement scaffolds for bone repair. J Biomed Mater Res 2010;93B: 93–105.

  • Zhao L, Burguera EF, Xu HHK, Amin N, Ryou H, Arola DD. Fatigue and human umbilical cord stem cell seeding characteristics of calcium phosphate–chitosan–biodegradable fiber scaffolds. Biomaterials 2010;31:840–847.

  • Moreau JL, Xu HHK. Mesenchymal stem cell proliferation and differentiation on an injectable calcium phosphate-chitosan composite scaffold. Biomaterials 2009;30:2675-2682.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L. Calcium and phosphate ion releasing composite: Effect of pH on release and mechanical properties. Dent Mater 2009;25:535-542.

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Self-setting collagen-calcium phosphate bone cement: Mechanical and cellular properties. J Biomed Mater Res 2009;91A:605-613.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L, Ngai S, Takagi S, Chow LC. Effect of filler level and particle size on dental caries-inhibiting Ca-PO4 composite. J Mater Science: Mater in Medicine 2009;20:1771-1779.

Abstracts 2008-2009

  • Nazari A, Bajaj D, Ivancik J, Zhang D, Romberg E and Arola D. On the reduction in toughness of human dentin with patient age. J Dent Res 87 (Spec Iss A):#2103, also presented at the 87th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Miami FL, April 1-4, 2009.

  • Ryou H, Amin N, Romberg E, Wang D, Eidelman N, and Arola D. Flaw sensitivity of dentin: Importance of depth and microstructure. J Dent Res 87 (Spec Iss A):0090, also presented at the 87th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR, Miami FL April 1-4, 2009.

  • Arvidson Bufano UB, Gilliam J, Park SH, Romberg E. Multimedia Learning Tool to Teach Standardized Gathering and Recording of Clinical Data in the Predoctoral Clinic. J Dent Educ 2009: 249, ADEA Abstract #52

  • Orgel A, Chand P, Hicks ML, Nandakumar R, Barbuto S, Paster BJ, Fouad AF. Effects of residual microbial presence and diversity on endodontic outcomes. J Dent Res 2008. IADR Special issue. Abstract #953.

  • Fouad AF. Characterization of Microbial Content of the Diseased Dental Pulp Perioperatively. Pulp Biology and Regeneration Symposium. J Dent Res 2009. Special issue. IADR Abstract #129.

  • Li L, Hsiao WWL, Nandakumar R, Barbuto S, Mongodin EF, Paster BJ, Fraser-Liggett CM, Fouad AF. Operational Taxonomic Unit analysis of bacterial communities in endodontic infections. J Dent Res 2009. IADR Special issue. Abstract #196.

  • Li L, Hsiao WWL, Nandakumar R, Barbuto S, Mongodin EF, Paster BJ, Fraser-Liggett CM, Fouad AF. New Bacterial diversity in primary endodontic infection revealed by high-throughput deep coverage pyrosequencing technology. J Endod 2009: 35 (3): 436.

  • Bennett IG, Nandakumar R, Paster BJ, Barbuto S, Fouad AF. Microbial Changes in Endodontic infections Following Treatment Procedures. J Endod 2009: 35 (3): 444.

  • Alongi DJ, Fouad AF, Huang GT. Effect of inflammation on pulp stem cell potency. J Endod 2009: 35 (3): 428.

  • Mischenko AV, Letwin N, Wills K, Fouad AF, Gordon SM. Bupivacaine Increases PGE2 Expression In-Vitro. J Endod 2009: 35 (3): 451.

  • Levine ED, Xu HHK, Moreau JL, Strassler HE. Dental nanocomposites: mechanical properties in long-term water-aging. IADR Annual Meeting, Miami, April 2009.

  • Mays KA, Palmer JB, Kuhlemeier KV. Craniofacial Morphology and Hyoid Movement: A Correlational Study. Dysphagia, 2009, 24:71-76.

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Self-setting collagen-calcium phosphate bone cement: Mechanical and cellular properties. J Biomed Mater Res A (2009, accepted for publication).

  • Moreau JL, Xu HHK. Mesenchymal Stem Cell Proliferation and Differentiation on Self-Setting Nano-Apatitic Scaffolds. IADR Annual Meeting, Miami, FL, April 2009.

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Self-setting Collagen-Calcium Phosphate Bone Cement: Mechanical and Cellular

  • Properties. IADR Annual Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 2008.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Osteoblastic induction on calcium phosphate cement-chitosan constructs for bone tissue. J Biomed Mater Res A (2009, in ).

  • Weir MD, Betz MW, Fisher JP, Xu HHK. Mesenchymal stem cell interactions with nanoapatite scaffolds for bone repair. IADR Annual Meeting, Miami, FL, April 2009.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun L. Calcium-Phosphate Resin Composite: pH Effects on Ion-Release and Mechanical Properties. IADR Annual Meeting, Miami, FL, April 2009.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun S, Ngai S, Takagi S, Chow LC. Effect of filler level and particle size on dental caries-inhibiting Ca-PO4 composite. J Mater Science: Mater in Medicine (2009, accepted for publication).

  • Xu HHK, Moreau JL, Yen JH, Guthrie WF. Photo-cured dental composite with calcium and phosphate ion release for caries inhibition. J Biomed Mater Res B (2009, in review).

  • Arola D, Bajaj D and Zhang D. Evaluations on the crack growth resistance of enamel and the dentin enamel junction. Presented at the 1st Annual Conference on Experimental Mechanics in Biomedical Research, Shanghai University, Shanghai China, Dec. 20-21, 2008.

  • Bajaj D, Nazari A, Eidelman N, and Arola D. A comparison of fatigue crack growth in human enamel and hydroxyapatite. Biomaterials 2008; 29(36):4847-4854.

  • Zhang D, Lu C, Zhang X, Han Y and Arola D. Contact fracture of full ceramic crowns subjected to occlusal loads. Journal of Biomechanics 2008; 41(14):2995-3001.

  • Chiaraput S, Mai S, Huffman BP, Kapur R, Agee KA, Yiu CKY, Chan DCN, Harnirattisa C, Arola D, Rueggeberg FA, Pashley DH, and Tay FR. Changes in resin-infiltrated dentin stiffness after water storage. Journal of Dental Research 2008; 87(7):655-660.

  • Park S, Quinn JB, Romberg E and Arola D. On the brittleness of enamel and selected dental materials. Dental Materials 2008; 24(11): 1477-1485.

  • Yeager C, Nazari A and Arola D. Machining of cortical bone: Surface texture, surface integrity and cutting forces. Machining Science and Technology 2008; 12(1):100-118.

  • Park S, Wang DH, Zhang D, Romberg E and Arola D. Mechanical properties of human enamel as a function of age and position in the tooth. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine 2008; 19(6):2317-2324.

  • Wood JD, Sobolewski P, Brougher JA, Thakur V, Arola D, Tay FR, Pashley DH. Measurement of micro-strain across resin-dentin interfaces using microscopic moire interferometry. Dental Materials 2008; 24(7):859-866.

  • Nandakumar R, Tofigh M, Paster BJ, Barbuto S., Fouad AF. Diversity and Sources of Enterococcus Spp in Endodontic Infections. J Dent Res 2008. Special issue. AADR Abstract #751.

  • Fouad AF, Paster BJ, Nandakumar R, Barbuto S. Microbial diversity in primary and therapy-resistant endodontic infections. J Dent Res 2008. Special issue. IADR Abstract #1525.

  • Nandakumar R, Madayiputhiya N, Fouad AF. Proteomic analysis of endodontic infections by liquid |chromatography-tandem mass spectroscopy. ICAAC/IDSA Joint Meeting of ASM and IDSA, 2008. Abstract #B-3810, 304(B), 80.

  • Weir MD, Hom JM, Xu HHK. Characterization of Cell Differentiation on CPC for Bone Tissue Engineering. IADR Annual Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 2008.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Mesenchymal Stem Cell Delivery via Nanoapatite Scaffolds for Bone Repair. Maryland Stem Cell Symposium, December 2008.

  • Xu HHK. Development of novel dental nanocomposites. Dentsply, Milford, DE, October, 2008, Invited Talk.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Sun S, Moreau JL, Takagi S, Chow LC, Antonucci JM. Strong Nanocomposites with Ca, PO4 and F Release for Caries Inhibition. J Dent Res (Invited review paper. Accepted for publication).

  • Xu HHK. Symposium Organizer. Glass-ionomer Cements – Current and Future Performance.  IADR Annual Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 2008.

  • Xu HHK. Symposium Organizer. Zirconia-based restorations: Successes, failures and clinical recommendations. IADR Annual Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 2008

  • Koichiro Matsuo, Hiromichi Metani, Keith A. Mays, Jeffrey B. Palmer. Temporospatial Linkage of soft palate and jaw movements in feeding. Japanese Journal of Dysphagia Rehabilitation, 2008, 12(1);20-30.

Abstracts 2007-2008

  • Noohi B; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E: Effect of Lubricants on the Retention of Cast Post and Cores. J Den Res 2008; 87:

  • L. Zhu, M. Tolba, D. Arola, M. Salloum, J. Alvarez, F. Meza, and A. Fouad. Theoretical evaluation of tissue damage using Er,Cr:YSGG Laser for root canal preparation. Proceedings of ASME 2008 Summer Bioengineering Conference (BIO2008) June 25-29, Marriott Resort, Marco Island, Florida, USA

  • Fouad AF, Nandakumar R, Paster BJ. Diversity of endodontic microflora in patients with different clinical variables J Dent Res 2008; March Special issue. Abstract #565

  • P. Chand, R. Nandakumar , Fouad AF. Single vs. Multiple visits: A molecular analysis of persistent bacteria following single vs. multiple visit preparation. J Endod 2008: 34 (3): 349.

  • Dalrymple, G.B., Nandakumar, R., Fouad, AF. Identification of antibiotic resistance genes in primary and persistent endodontic infections. J Endod 2008: 34 (3): 350.

  • Kholodenko, Y., Nandakumar, R., Hnidza, B., Fouad, AF. The effect of endodontic instrumentation techniques on the amount of periapically extruded bacteria. J Endod 2008: 34 (3): 363.

  • Russo JA, Mirchandani R., Nandakumar R, Fouad AF. Molecular identification of E. faecalis and other bacteria in periapical lesions J Endod 2008: 34 (3): 353.

  • Nandakumar R, Tofigh M, Paster BJ, Barbuto S., Fouad AF. Diversity and Sources of Enterococcus Spp in Endodontic Infections. J Dent Res 2008. Special issue. Abstract #751

  • Fouad AF, Paster BJ, Nandakumar R, Barbuto S. Microbial diversity in primary and therapy-resistant endodontic infections. J Dent Res 2008. Special issue. Abstract #1525

  • Hack, GD, Chand, PS, Shah, CP, Fouad AF. Early Introduction of Advanced Digital Radiography Utilizing Newly Designed Mobile X-Ray Cabinets. American Dental Education Association Annual Meeting.

  • Huang GT, SHI S, Djouad F, Tuan RS. Lentiviral Vector-Mediated Transduction of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells. J. Dent. Res., 2008.

  • Huang GT, Shi S, Tuan RS.. Characterization of Dental Stem Cells from Pulp and Apical Papilla in vitro. J. Endodont., AAE, 2008.

  • Huang GT Pulp Stem Cells for Pulp Regeneration. J. Endodont., 07-E-38-AAE, 2007.

  • Huang GT, Ego-Osuala D, PARK SH, Shea LD, Tuan RS. Pulp Stem Cells Grown in Scaffolds and on Dentin. J. Dent. Res., #1447, 2007.(session chair)

  • Keith A. Mays, Maureen L. Stone. Compensatory Mandibular Movement during Speech in Response to Intra-Oral Perturbation: A Preliminary Evaluation of Vowels and Consonants. AADR 2008 (Abstract 191)

  • L.G. SENSI, H. STRASSLER. Comparison of cutting efficiency of dentated burs. J Dent Res, March Special Issue, Abstract no. 1021

  • R. RUSH, J. WHITING, H. STRASSLER, and L.G. SENSI. Color stability of self-etch/self-adhesive resin cements. J Dent Res, Abstract no. 3139

  • F.C. MARSON, L.G. SENSI, H. STRASSLER, H. RIEHL, R. REIS. In-Office Bleaching Gel Application Times: Clinical Evaluation. J Dent Res, Abstract no. 1027

  • F.C. MARSON, L.G. SENSI, H. STRASSLER, L. MIRAZIZ, and H. RIEHL. In-Office Bleaching Gel-Application Time Evaluation (3x15min X 1x45min): Pilot studies. J Dent Res, Abstract no. 1027

  • Strassler HE. Can stimulation be used to teach caries diagnosis, detection and treatment? ADEA meeting, Dallas, Texas, 2008

  • Moreau JL, Weir MD, Xu HHK. Mechanical and cellular properties of in situ setting collagen-calcium phosphate bone cement. Abstract submitted to IADR 2008 meeting in Toronto.

  • Weir MD, Xu HHK. Characterization of Cell Differentiation on CPC for Bone Tissue Engineering. Abstract submitted to IADR 2008 meeting in Toronto.

Abstracts 2006-2007

  • 2007 Dersley G; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E: Retentive Properties of Re-activated Temporary Cements. J Den Res 86: 1543

  • 2007 Evtimovska E; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E: Retentive Value Change of Locators and Hader Clips Over Time. J Den Res 86: 1345

  • Fouad AF, Paster BJ, Nandakumar R, Barbuto S. Effects of treatment procedures on microbial diversity in endodontic infections. J Dent Res 2007; March Special issue. Abstract #2518

  • Nandakumar R, Whiting J., Fouad AF. Detection of Chlamydia pneumoniae and Streptococcus pneumoniae in endodontic infections. J Dent Res 2007; March Special issue. Abstract #2263

  • Kakoli P, Fouad AF, Parksae S, Bajaj D, Arola D. The Effect of Age on Physical Properties of Radicular Dentin. J Endod 2007:

  • Melamed J, Mok L, Gordon S, Fouad AF, Gold MS. Mechanotransducers in the Human Dental Pulp. J Endod 2007:

  • Mireku AS, Fouad AF, Ross AM, Reid JI, Arola D. An In Vitro Investigation of the Influence of Age on Root Fracture Resistance. J Endod 2007

  • Sarlani E, Garrett PH, Grace EG, Greenspan JD: Temporal summation of pain characterizes women but not men with temporomandibular disorders. J Orofacial Pain 21(4):309-17, 2007

  • Yin C, Dang HN, Gazor F, Huang GT. Mouse salivary gland model for antimicrobial gene therapy--technical considerations. J. Dent. Res., 2006

  • Shagramanova K, Chen SW, Aurasteh P, Tam I, Huang GT.. In vitro formation of odontoblast-like cells on dentin. J. Dent. Res., 2006

  • Mays, Keith A., Stone, Maureen. The Effect of Dental Prostheses on Speech Production: A Preliminary Acoustical Evaluation. AADR 2006 (Abstract 792).

  • L.G. SENSI, L.N. BARATIERI, S. MONTEIRO JR, F.O. ARAUJO, and F.C. MARSON Clinical evaluation of fluorescence of natural teeth. J Dent Res 2007; March Special issue. Abstract

Abstracts 2005-2006

  • G D Hack. Foramen Ovale: Lateral Fossa: A Previously Undescribed Plastic Response of Bone to Pterygoid Muscle Forces. Program of the Seventy-Fourth Annual Meeting of the American Association of Physical Anthropologists. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. April 6 to April 9, 2005. American Journal of Physical Anthropology.

  • Fouad AF, Romberg E, Jones OJ. Web-based faculty calibration in predoctoral endodontics. J Dent Educ 2005: 69(1):148.

  • Kaufman BM, Spangberg LS, Barry J, Fouad AF. Endodontic Failure: Correlation to Microbiological and Clinical Factors. J Dent Res 2005, March Special issue. Abstract #1592

  • Fouad AF, Barry J., Pimblett T., Cox E Endodontic microbial analysis using specific versus universal PCR primers. J Dent Res 2005, March Special issue. Abstract #2606.

  • Kaufman BM, Spangberg LS, Fouad AF. Enterococcus spp. in endodontically-treated teeth with and without periradicular lesions. J Endod 2005: 31 (3): 217.

  • Fouad AF, Barry J., Pimblett T., Cox E Endodontic microbial analysis using specific versus universal PCR primers. J Dent Res 2005, March Special issue. Abstract #2606.

  • Kaufman BM, Spangberg LS, Fouad AF. Enterococcus spp. in endodontically-treated teeth with and without periradicular lesions. J Endod 2005: 31 (3): 217.

  • Chunyi Yin*, H.N. Dang, F. Gazor, George T.-J. Huang. Mouse salivary gland model for antimicrobial gene therapy--technical considerations. J. Dent. Res., 2006

  • K. Shagramanova*, S. W. Chen, P. Aurasteh, I. Tam, G.T.-J. Huang. In vitro formation of odontoblast-like cells on dentin. J. Dent. Res., 2006

  • Hayes P, Strassler HE. Multimedia with an interactive computer program for dental anatomy and occlusion, ADEA, Orlando, FL, March, 2006

  • Strassler HE, Suh BI, Wang, Y. Compatibility of glass ionomer cements with desensitizing agents. JDR (Special Issue, abstracts), March 2006 (poster at AADR, Orlando, FL)

  • Water sorption and compressibility of Liner Materials. D. Armellini*, J. Kato, J.A. Von Fraunhofer ,Dental School, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, USA, J Dent Res 2006

  • Cox ME, Reprogel RK, Bajaj D, Skane TL, Fouad AF, and Arola DD. Tubule Orientation, Calcium Hydroxide and the Fatigue Strength of Dentin. J Dent Res 2006, March Special issue. Abstract #2058.

  • Murtaza G, Fouad AF, Molecular Analysis of Persistent Endodontic Microflora and Their Effect on Treatment Outcome. J Endod 2006: 32 (3): 240.

  • Skane TL, Bajaj D, Cox ME, Arola DD and Fouad AF. Fatigue resistance of human root dentin exposed to intracanal calcium hydroxide. J Endod 2006: 32 (3): 244.

  • Mirchandani R, Nandakumar R, Fouad AF. Primer sensitivity: Can it influence the results of Enterococcus faecalis prevalence studies? J Endod 2006: 32 (3): 258.

  • Cook J, Nandakumar R, Patel S, Rajaski J, Fouad, AF. Molecular and culture-based analyses of the persistence of polymicrobial inoculum in infected dentinal tubules after obturation. J Endod 2006: 32 (3): 254.

  • Soappman M, and Arola D. Fatigue Crack Growth through Resin Composite and the Adhesive Interface. J Dent Res 2006, March Special issue. Abstract #1312.

  • Cox ME, Reprogel RK, Bajaj D, Skane TL, Fouad AF and Arola D. Tubule Orientation, Calcium Hydroxide, and the Fatigue Strength of Dentin. J Dent Res 2006, March Special issue. Abstract #2058

  • Bajaj D, Sundaram N, Nazari A, and Arola D. Aging Contributes to the Fatigue Crack Growth Resistance of Dentin. J Dent Res 2006, March Special issue. Abstract #2071.

Books and Book Chapters

Books 2013-2014

  • Torabinejad, M, Walton RE, Fouad AF. (Editors) Endodontics, Principles and Practice (Fifth Edition) April 2014

Book Chapters 2013-2014

  • Fouad AF. Efficacy of Root Canal Disinfection, Chapter 3, in: Disinfection of Root Canal Systems: The Treatment of Periradicular Periodontitis, Nestor Cohenca Editor, 2012. In Press

  • Fouad AF, Smith AJ. Protecting the Pulp, Preserving the Apex, in Endodontics principles and practice, Fifth Edition; M. Torabinejad, R. Walton and A.F. Fouad, Editors April 2014

  • Siqueira JF and Fouad AF. Endodontic Microbiology, in Endodontics principles and practice, Fifth Edition; M. Torabinejad, R. Walton and A.F. Fouad, Editors, April 2014

  • Walton RE and Fouad AF. Diagnoses, Treatment Planning, and Systemic Considerations, in Endodontics principles and practice, Fifth Edition; M. Torabinejad, R. Walton and A.F. Fouad, Editors, April 2014

  • Fouad AF, Torabinejad M. Interaction Between Generalist and Specialists, in Endodontics principles and practice, Fifth Edition; M. Torabinejad, R. Walton and A.F. Fouad, Editors, April 2014

  • Fouad AF, Walton RE. Endodontic Radiology, in Endodontics principles and practice, Fifth Edition; M. Torabinejad, R. Walton and A.F. Fouad, Editors, April 2014

  • Fouad AF, Levin L. Pulpal Reactions to Caries and Dental Procedures, Chapter 13 in: Pathways of the Pulp, Eleventh Edition; Cohen S, Hargreaves K and Berman L, Editors, Mosby. In Press

  • Gallup AC, Hack GD. Human Paranasal Sinuses and Selective Brain Cooling: A Ventilation System Activated by Yawning. Chapter in forth coming book titled, Paranasal Sinuses: Anatomy, Development and Biological Functions. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. 2014

  • Hack GD, Bloom I. Digital Impressions. Chapter in forth coming book titled, Digital Dentistry. Wiley-Blackwell Publishers. 2014

  • Capra NF, Ro JY, Masri R. Kinesthetic Mechanisms of Jaw Muscle Pain. Ed: Svensson A. IASP Press. In Press

  • Seminowicz DA, Hubbard CS, Masri R. Animal Brain Imaging: Opportunities And Pitfalls. Ed: Apkarian V. IASP Press. In Press

Books and Book Chapters 2012-2013

  • Fouad AF. Molecular Mediators of Pulpal Inflammation, Chapter 11 in: The Dental Pulp, Hargreaves K, Goodis H and Tay, Editors, 2nd Edition, Quintessence Int., 2012.

  • Fouad AF: Efficacy of Root Canal Disinfection, Chapter 3, in: Disinfection of Root Canal Systems: The Treatment of Periradicular Periodontitis, Nestor Cohenca Editor, 2012 (In Press).

  • Masri R, Keller A. Chronic pain following spinal cord injury. In: Regenerative biology of the spine and spinal cord. Ed: Jandial R, Chen MY. Landes Bioscience.

  • Gallup AC, Hack GD. “Human Paranasal Sinuses and Selective Brain Cooling: A Ventilation System Activated by Yawning”. Chapter in forth coming book titled, "Paranasal Sinuses: Anatomy, Development and Biological Functions. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. 2013.

  • Hack GD, Bloom I. “Digital Impressions”. Chapter in forth coming book titled, Digital Dentistry. Wiley-Blackwell Publishers. 2013.

  • Williams, J., & Williams, D. (2011). Disasters: Nature and human architects. In P. Crane, (Ed). Forensic nursing: Evidence-based practice and principles Philadelphia, PA: F. A. Davis.

  • Williams, J. Primeau, A., Thimsen, K., Williams, D., & Anderson, J. (2011). Elder abuse. In P. Crane (Ed). Forensic nursing: Evidence-based practice and principles. Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis

  • Xu HHK: “Dental Composites Reinforced with Ceramic Whiskers and Nanofibers”, in: Handbook of Nanomaterials Properties, Scott R. Schricker Editor, 2013 (In Preparation).

  • Xu HHK, Cheng L, Zhang K, Melo MAS, Weir MD, Antonucci JM, Lin NJ, Lin-Gibson S, Chow L, Zhou X. “Nanostructured Dental Composites and Adhesives with Antibacterial and Remineralizing Capabilities for Caries Inhibition”, Chapter 6, in: Nanobiomaterials in Clinical Dentistry, Karthikeyan Subramani Editor, 2012.

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD, Zhao L, Moreau JL, Arola DD, Simon CG. Nano-apatitic composite scaffolds for stem cell delivery and bone tissue engineering. Chapter 12 in Emerging Nanotechnologies in Dentistry-Materials, Processes, and Applications. Edited by Subramani K and Ahmed W. William Andrew (an Imprint of Elsevier), New York, pp. 189-207, 2012.

Textbooks and Textbook Chapters 2010-2011

  • Fouad AF. Molecular Mediators of Pulpal Inflammation, Chapter 11 in: The Dental Pulp, Hargreaves K and Goodis H, Editors, 2nd Edition, Quintessence Int., (in press).

Textbooks and Textbook Chapters 2009-2010

  • Fouad AF. Molecular Mediators of Pulpal Inflammation, Chapter 11 in: The Dental Pulp, Hargreaves K and Goodis H, Editors, 2nd Edition, Quintessence Int., (in press).

  • Fouad AF. Levin L. Pulpal Reactions to Caries and Dental Procedures, Chapter 13 in: Pathways of the Pulp, Tenth Edition; Cohen S and Hargreaves K, Editors, Mosby, (2010)

Textbooks and Textbook Chapters 2007-2008

  • Fouad AF, Huang GT. Inflammation and Host Responses, Chapter 9 in: Ingle’s Endodontics, Bakland L and Baumgartner JC, Editors, 7th Edition, (Becker 2008)

  • Fouad AF. Molecular Mediators of Pulpal Inflammation, Chapter 11 in: The Dental Pulp, Hargreaves K and Goodis H, Editors, 2nd Edition, Quintessence Int., (in press).

  • Taboas JM, Kuo CK, Huang GT, Tuan RS. Chapter 5, Growth Factors in Adult Stem Cell Based Tissue Engineering. In Translational Approaches in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine; Artech House, Co-Editors: Jeremy Mao, Gordana Vunjak-Novakovic, Antonios Mikos, Anthony Atala. 2007

  • Li WJ, Gollapudi K, Patterson DP, Huang, GT, Tuan RS. Chapter: Cell-based therapies for musculoskeletal repair. In Principles of Regenerative Medicine, eds, A. Atala, R. Lanza, J.A. Thomson, R.M. Nerem. 2008.

  • Fouad AF, Huang GT Chapter 9: Inflammation and Immunological Response. Ingle’s Endodontics – 6th Ed. 2008.

  • Huang GT, Fouad AF, Chapter on The Management of Endodontic Infections in Incompletely Developed Teeth, Endodontic Microbiology, In process with the editor

  • Sensi, LG, Co-Aurthor, Kina S, Bruguera A. Invisible - Esthetic Ceramic Restorations (in Portuguese). Dental Press, 2007.

Textbooks and Textbook Chapters 2006-2007

  • Pretty I, Tewes W. Human Identification, Chapter 3 pp 63-82 in: Manual of Forensic Odontology, Fourth Edition; Herschaft E, Alder M, Ord D, Rawson R and Smith E, Editors, Impress Printing & Graphics, 2007

Textbooks and Texbook Chapters 2005-2006

  • Fouad AF (Editor). Endodontic Microbiology, Wiley-Blackwell Publishing, April, 2009.

  • Fouad AF. Endodontic Infections and Systemic Disease Chapter 16, in Endodontic Microbiology, Fouad AF Editor, Wiley-Blackwell Publishing, 2009.

  • Fouad AF. Molecular Mediators of Pulpal Inflammation, Chapter 11 in: The Dental Pulp, Hargreaves K and Goodis H, Editors, 2nd Edition, Quintessence Int., (in press).

  • Fouad AF. Levin L. Pulpal Reactions to Caries and Dental Procedures, Chapter 13 in: Pathways of the Pulp, Tenth Edition; Cohen S and Hargreaves K, Editors, Mosby, (in press).

Patents

Patents 2013-2014

  • Tang C, Liang C, Chen Y, Fouad AF, Schmitt J. Coherence Gated Doppler Motion Sensor and Medical Applications. Application number 13/962,450, filed on 8/8/2013 and published on 2/13/2014. Publication No. US-2014-0043618-A1

  • Xu HHK, Weir MD. Nanostructured antibacterial and remineralizing dental bonding agents and dental bonding systems. International patent application PCT/US2013/25270, filed in 2013

  • Xu HHK. Dental composites comprising nanoparticles of amorphous calcium phosphate. European Patent Application Number: 11 801 397.8, filed in 2013

Patents 2012-2013

  • Coherence-gated Doppler and its applications. Cha-Min Tang, Chia-Pin Liang, Yu Chen, Ashraf Fouad and Joseph Schmitt. UMB 2012.

  • Keller A, Masri R, Quiton R. Methods for Treating Central Pain Syndrome and Other Pain Related Pathologies. US Patent: US 8,396,558 B2.

  • Masri R, Depireux D, Shapiro B. Methods for Tooth Pulp Treatment. Provisional US patent. UMB Docket No. RM-2013-034.

  • Weir MD and Xu HHK. “Antibacterial Monomers, Antibacterial Resins and Dental Composites Comprising the Antibacterial Resins” US Provisional Patent Application Number: 61/714,531.

  • Weir MD and Xu HHK. “Nanostructered Antibacterial and Remineralizing Dental Bonding Agents and Dental Bonding Systems” PCT Patent Application Number: PCT/US2013/025270.

Patents 2011-2012

  • Xu H, Weir MD. Injectable, load-bearing stem cell/microbead/calcium phosphate constructs for bone tissue engineering. International Patent Application No. PCT/US11/34457, 2011.

Patents 2010-2011

  • Xu H. Dental polymeric composites containing amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles. U.S. Provisional patent application number: 61/360,272, 2010

  • Xu H, Weir MD. Injectable, load-bearing stem cell/microbead/calcium phosphate constructs for bone tissue engineering. US Provisional Patent Application Number 61/329,814, 2010.

  • Xu H, Weir MD. Injectable, load-bearing stem cell/microbead/calcium phosphate constructs for bone tissue engineering. International Patent Application No. PCT/US11/34457, 2011.

Patents 2009-2010

  • Xu H, Weir MD. Three-dimensional cell protector/pore architecture formation for bone and tissue constructs. U.S. Patent No. 7,713,542, May 11, 2010.

  • Xu H, Weir MD. Injectable, load-bearing stem cell/microbead/calcium phosphate constructs for bone tissue engineering. U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/329,814, filed April 30, 2010.

  • Xu H, Sun L, Takagi S, Chow LC. Dental releasing materials. U. S. Patent No. 7,632,878, issued December 15, 2009.

  • Xu H. Dental polymeric composites containing amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles. Patent application submitted to the University of Maryland Baltimore Office of Research and Development (Invention # HX-2010-042, November 2009).

Patents 2008-2009

  • Keller, A., Masri, R., Quiton R., Methods for treating central pain syndrome and other pain related pathologies. Provisional patent. Febuary 11,2009. Docket number: AK-2009-044.

Patents 2007-2008

  • Three-dimensional periodontal diagnosis software.

  • Dr Bart Vandenberghe, UMB, Dr Debora Armellini, Dr Raj Shekhar, UMB, medical school, Diagnostic Radiology UMB Docket N DA-2008-042

  • Domestic Patent Awarded - US Patent Number 0264291- Compositions and Methods for Preventing or Reducing Plaque and/or Gingivitis Using a Bioactive Glass Containing Dentifrice. Litkowski, LJ, Hack, GD.

  • Foreign Patent Awarded – Canadian Letters Patent Number 2,244,722. Bioactive Glass Compositions and Methods of Treatment Using Bioactive Glass. Litkowski, LJ, Hack GD.

  • Foreign Patent Awarded – Hong Kong Certificate of Grant of patent Number HK1028959. Methods and Compositions for Whitening Teeth. Litkowski LJ, Hack GD.

Patents 2006-2007

  • “Adjustable Dental Bite Fork” Driscoll CF and Choi C. UMB Docket N CD-2006-029; Publication Number US-2007-0178425.

Patents 2005-2006

  • Armellini, D.B., Shirtliff, M.E., Pazoki, A.E.: Reynolds M, Molly L. International Patent Application: “ Dental Implant Screw and Method of Use” UMB Docket: DA-2005-060.

  • Armellini, D.B., Shirtliff, M.E., Pazoki, A.E.: Reynolds M, Molly L. Smart Delivery System on Joints

  • Armellini, D.B., Shirtliff, M.E., Pazoki, A.E.: Reynolds M, Molly L. Smart Delivery System on plates

  • Membrane distraction technique for bone formation Liene Molly, Debora B. Armellini, Mark E. Shirtliff, Mark A. Reynolds

  • Bioactive Glass and Methods of Treatment using Bioactive Glass for Gingivitis, Republic of Korea, 2005 Litkowski, LJ, Hack GD

  • Bioactive Glass and Methods of Treatment using Bioactive Glass for Gingivitis, PTO issued in 15 countries , 2005 Litkowski, LJ, Hack GD

  • Arola, D. Application for “Apatite Air Jet for Remineralizatin of Hard Tissues,” Invention Disclosure filed April, 2005

Division Specific Scholarship

Periodontics Scholarship
  • Mishler O, Shiau HJ. Management of Peri-Implant Disease: a current appraisal. J Evid Based Dent Pract. 2014;14(S):53-59.
  • Shiau, HJ, Aichelmann-Reidy, ME, Reynolds, MA. Influence of sex steroids on inflammation and bone metabolism. Periodontol 2000. Feb 2014;(64(1):81-94.
  • Shiau, HJ. Dentin Hypersensitivity Management. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene. 2014;12(4):42-46.
  • Tarnow DP, Chu SJ, Salama MA, Garber DA, Sarnachiaro GO, Gotta E, Gotta S, Stappert CFJ, Saito H. Post-extraction socket implants: Part 1 - The effect of bone grafting and/or provisional restoration on facial-palatal ridge dimensional change: A retrospective cohort study.Vol34, Issue 3, 2014, 322-331.
  • A Stannous Fluoride Dentifrice may produce greater short term improvements in measures of inflammation complared to a triclosan/copolymer based dentifrice. Shiau HJ. J Evid Based Dent Pract. 2013 June:13(2):50-1.
  • Root submergence for pontic site development in the anterior maxilla. Alper C, Mehra M, Saito H. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Vol110, Issue 5, 2013, 337-343.
  • Dentin Hypersensitivity. Shiau HJ. J Evid Based Dent Pract. 2012 Sep: 12(3 Suppl): 220-8.
  • Recurrent Idiopathic Gingival Enlargement in an Olive Baboon (Papio anubis).  Kolappaswamy K, Shipley S, Reynolds MA, McLeod C, Detolla L.  J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci. 2010;49(6):860-2.
Prosthodontics Scholarship
  • Nguyen C; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E: The Effect of Denture Cleaning Solutions on the Retention of Pink Locator Attachments: An In vitro Study. J Prosthodont 2010; 19:226-230.
  • Choi, C; Driscoll CF; Romberg, E: Comparison of cutting efficiencies between electric and air-turbine dental hanpieces. J Prosthet Dent 2010; 103:101-107.
  • Evtimovska, E; Masri, R; Driscoll, CF; Romberg, E: The Change in Retentive Value of Locators and Hader Clips over Time. J Prosthodont 2009;18:479-483.
  • Tan KM; Singer, MT; Masri, RM; Driscoll, CF: Modified Fluid Wax Impression for a Severely Resorbed Edentulous Mandibular Ridge. J Prosthet Dent 101:279-282
  • Varghese RM, Masri R, Driscoll CF, Romberg E. The effect of denture cleansing solutions on the retention of yellow Hader clips:an in vitro study. J Prosthodont. 2007 May-Jun;16(3):165-71.
  • Al-Ahmad A, Masri R, Driscoll CF, von Fraunhofer J, Romberg E. Pressure generated on a simulated mandibular oral analog by impression materials in custom trays of different design. J Prosthodont. 2006 Mar-Apr;15(2):95-101.
  • Park SW, Driscoll CF, Romberg EE, Siegel S, Thompson G. Ceramic implant abutments: cutting efficiency and resultant surface finish by diamond rotary cutting instruments. J Prosthet Dent. 2006 Jun;95(6):444-9.
  • Dersley G, Masri R. A technique to recement provisional crowns by reactivating residual zinc oxide-eugenol cement. J Prosthet Dent. 2006 May;95(5):397-8.
  • Berger JC, Driscoll CF, Romberg E, Luo Q, Thompson G. Surface roughness of denture base acrylic resins after processing and after polishing. J Prosthodont. 2006 May-Jun;15(3):180-6.
  • Berger JC, Driscoll CF. Rehabilitation of a spark erosion prosthesis: a clinical report. J Prosthodont. 2006 Mar-Apr;15(2):113-6.
  • Al-Ahmad A, Masri R, Driscoll CF, von Fraunhofer J, Romberg E. Pressure generated on a simulated mandibular oral analog by impression materials in custom trays of different design. J Prosthodont. 2006 Mar-Apr;15(2):95-101.
  • Habib B, von Fraunhofer JA, Driscoll CF. Comparison of two luting agents used for the retention of cast dowel and cores. J Prosthodont. 2005 Sep;14(3):164-9.
  • Wright MD, Masri R, Driscoll CF, Romberg E, Thompson GA, Runyan DA. Comparison of three systems for the polishing of an ultra-low fusing dental porcelain.J Prosthet Dent. 2004 Nov;92(5):486-90.
  • Choi M, Romberg E, Driscoll CF. Effects of varied dimensions of surgical guides on implant angulations. J Prosthet Dent. 2004 Nov;92(5):463-9.
  • Masri R, Driscoll CF. Mechanical failure of an implant-retained bar: a clinical report. J Prosthodont. 2004 Sep;13(3):184-6.
  • Butler CJ, Masri R, Driscoll CF, Thompson GA, Runyan DA, Anthony von Fraunhofer J. Effect of fluoride and 10% carbamide peroxide on the surface roughness of low-fusing and ultra low-fusing porcelain.J Prosthet Dent. 2004 Aug;92(2):179-83.
  • Driscoll CF, Masri RM. Single maxillary complete denture.Dent Clin North Am. 2004 Jul;48(3):567-83.
  • Chang WS, Romberg E, Driscoll CF, Tabacco MJ. An in vitro evaluation of the reliability and validity of an electronic pantograph by testing with five different articulators. J Prosthet Dent. 2004 Jul;92(1):83-9.
  • Choi M, Driscoll CF. Fabrication of a custom eyelid implant prosthesis: a clinical report. J Prosthodont. 2004 Jun;13(2):101-3.
  • Rasetto FH, Driscoll CF, Prestipino V, Masri R, von Fraunhofer JA.Light transmission through all-ceramic dental materials: a pilot study. J Prosthet Dent. 2004 May;91(5):441-6.
  • Habib BH, Driscoll CF. Fabrication of a closed hollow obturator. J Prosthet Dent. 2004 Apr;91(4):383-5.
  • Kim E, Driscoll CF, Minah GE. The effect of a denture adhesive on the colonization of Candida species in vivo. J Prosthodont. 2003 Sep;12(3):187-91.
  • Rasetto FH, Driscoll CF. A new removable implant analog.J Prosthodont. 2003 Jun;12(2):146-8.
  • Masri R, Driscoll CF, Burkhardt J, Von Fraunhofer A, Romberg E. Pressure generated on a simulated oral analog by impression materials in custom trays of different designs.J Prosthodont. 2002 Sep;11(3):155-60.
  • Rasetto FH, Driscoll CF, von Fraunhofer JA. Effect of light source and time on the polymerization of resin cement through ceramic veneers.J Prosthodont. 2001 Sep;10(3):133-9.
  • Olan-Rodriguez L, Minah GE, Driscoll CF. Candida albicans colonization of surface-sealed interim soft liners. J Prosthodont. 2000 Dec;9(4):184-8.
  • Rasetto FH, Driscoll CF, Hawkes L. A simplified method for fabrication of a die holder. J Prosthodont. 2000 Sep;9(3):159-60.
  • Kaplan S, Driscoll CF, Singer MT. Fabrication of a facial shield to prevent facial injuries during sporting events: a clinical report.J Prosthet Dent. 2000 Oct;84(4):387-9.
  • Obeid YE, Driscoll CF, Prestipino VJ. An alternative technique for an accurate implant-retained prosthesis impression.J Prosthodont. 1999 Sep;8(3):160-2.
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