Research Labs

The Nagai Lab is comprised of clinician-scientists focused on translational research that combines clinical research and developmental research with basic science.

The Whitman Lab is interested in how cellular signals regulate tissue structure and remodeling in development and disease. 

The Silva Lab is focused on understanding the role of hemostatic factors in inflammatory regulation in the mucosal tissues. 

The Rosen Lab studies bone morphogenetic proteins (BMP) family molecule signaling in musculoskeletal tissues with the goal of using knowledge gained to enhance tissue repair and regeneration. 

The Kim/Chen Lab is focused on investigating the pathogenesis of oral diseases, including periodontitis, peri-implantitis, and taste dysfunction, while also evaluating innovative clinical interventions.

The Gibbs Lab utilizes basic science and clinical research approaches to understand endodontic disease, including bacterial mediated pulpal and periapical disease. 

The Giannobile Lab focuses on the oral delivery of anti-inflammatory molecules to prevent periodontal disease progression; AI to support precision medicine and automated diagnostics; and periodontal regenerative technologies.

The Feres Lab advances understanding and treatment of periodontitis, exploring microbial factors and developing innovative therapies to improve patient care.

The Baron-Gori Lab focuses on understanding the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms behind bone remodeling and skeletal homeostasis in both animal models and humans. 

The Yang Lab uses molecular, cellular, genetic, and genomic approaches to investigate the critical roles of cell signaling in embryonic morphogenesis and adult physiology.