Legends of Oral Regeneration Osteology Foundation

Dive into our latest episode of our Legends podcast! Join the engaging conversation as Lisa Heitz-Mayfield, Osteology Foundation Board Member from Adelaide, Australia, interviews Mark Bartold, Emeritus Professor of the University of Adelaide. Bartold, a pioneer in stem cell research for periodontal regeneration, shares his journey and wisdom.
From his beginnings as a dental student in Adelaide to his global research endeavours that have taken him across continents with a young family, Bartold reflects on key moments that have shaped his extraordinary career. Discover how he has broadened his research horizons and returned to the field with new vision and skills.Learn more about Bartold’s groundbreaking work in stem cell research for periodontal regeneration and gain insight into his vision for the future of the field. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that explores the profound impact of education.
 

Dive into our newest episode of our Legends podcast! Join the engaging conversation as Istvan Urban, Osteology Foundation Board Member from Budapest, Hungary, interviews Hom-Lay Wang, Professor and Director of Graduate Periodontics at the University of Michigan, U.S.A. Wang, mentor to many successful researchers and clinicians around the world, shares his journey and wisdom. 
From his humble beginnings in Taiwan to a twist of fate inspired by a fortune teller leading him to apply for a job in the USA, Wang reflects on pivotal moments that shaped his remarkable career. Discover the individuals and experiences that molded him into the mentor he is today.
Learn why Wang emphasises character traits over grades when selecting residents and what makes a true mentor. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that explores the profound impact of education!. 

The latest episode of our "Legends" podcast is now live! Franck Renouard, honorary board member of the Osteology Foundation from Paris, France, engages in a thought-provoking conversation about the importance of education with Ronald E. Jung, Osteology board member and chair of the communications committee from Zurich, Switzerland.
Renouard emphasises the importance of a solid education as the cornerstone of not only becoming a skilled surgeon but also as the gateway to broader horizons and personal growth. He takes you on a journey from his early days as a young dentist to a pioneer in researching surgical failures and their underlying root causes. Together, they explore the crucial role of human factors in this field, and Renouard's passion for teaching.

Nikolaos Donos (Professor at the Institute of Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London, UK) engages in a captivating discussion with William Giannobile (Dean of the Harvard School of Dental MedicineUSA) that will redefine your perspective on dentistry. Together they explore Giannobile's fascinating journey from Missouri to his pioneering work in tissue engineering, shedding light on the role of molecular growth factors and becoming dean of one of the most prestigious dental schools in the world. Giannobile talks about the transformative shifts in periodontal treatment, health economics, and the imminent role of AI in shaping the future of dentistry.

Brace yourself for an interview with the renowned Gil Alcoforado – a multiple award-winning luminary from Portugal who has served as the former president of the EFP and is the current president-elect of the EAO! In this episode, our equally famous host, Frank Schwarz, delves into the beginnings of Alcoforado's remarkable career. Discover how he started in dentistry and ultimately specialised in periodontology. Tune in to find out more about the intriguing concept of "failing and ailing," and how it has evolved over time. Alcoforado shares his valuable insights on this subject, shedding light on what it means in today's context.

Discover the secret to becoming a successful researcher! According to Shinya Murakami, Professor and Chair of the Periondontal Department at the University of Osaka, Japan, having the right research question is essential for maintaining motivation and reaching new heights in your field. In his inspiring interview with Reinhard Gruber, Murakami shares his personal journey. He talks about how he overcame obstacles to discover the groundbreaking potential of the fibroblast growth factor. This factor was later associated with stimulating the regeneration of periodontal tissue. Learn how he persevered through the tough times and kept his curiosity alive, always on the lookout for the next big question.