The Department of Endodontics’ research covers diverse topics with much of our efforts emphasizing translational and basic science research projects that evaluate pain mechanisms. These studies are facilitated by a group of basic scientists with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise working together as members of the Neuropharmacology Research Group to unravel the mystery of pain.
The native 3D ECM culture system is adaptable and can be modified to recapitulate a variety of tissue-specific microenvironments. Various applications have included improved replication and osteogenesis of MSCs from aged animals, promotion of salivary gland epithelial cell growth with retained function
