Biomaterials Science
For more complete information, visit the Biomaterials Science Web site
Regents Professor: Toru Okabe, Ph.D., Chair
Associate Professor: Barbara Miller, D.D.S., M.S.
Assistant Professors: Zhuo Cai, B.D.S., Ph.D.
Jason Griggs, Ph.D., Program Director
Ikuya Watanabe, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Master of Science in Biomaterials Science
- 30 semester hours minimum
- 24 months minimum residence
- Letter grade of "B" or better in all required courses
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average
- Research Proposal
- Thesis
Starting date: Contact Program Director
Program Objectives
The purpose of the M.S. program in Biomaterials Science is to provide advanced training in research and science to two types of students: (1) postgraduate dentists who may be enrolled concurrently in specialty programs, and (2) non-dental students with a baccalaureate degree in the biological or engineering sciences.
Program objectives are to provide training in modern materials science research methods and to equip students to critically analyze research and clinical literature. For dental graduates, this training will prepare them for clinical faculty positions. For non-dental students, this training will enhance opportunities for careers as educators in secondary schools and junior colleges as well as technicians and research associates in biological and engineering laboratories. The program also is appropriate for students who wish to improve their background in preparation for admission to dental and medical schools and advanced graduate (Ph.D.) programs.
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