Journal article
Translational genetics: advancing fronts for craniofacial health
Journal of dental research, Vol.92(12), pp.1058-1064
12/2013
DOI: 10.1177/0022034513507954
PMID: 24097854
Abstract
Scientific opportunities have never been better than today! The completion of the Human Genome project has sparked hope and optimism that cures for debilitating conditions can be achieved and tailored to individuals and communities. The availability of reference genome sequences and genetic variations as well as more precise correlations between genotype and phenotype have facilitated the progress made in finding solutions to clinical problems. While certain craniofacial and oral diseases previously deemed too difficult to tackle have benefited from basic science and technological advances over the past decade, there remains a critical need to translate the fruits of several decades' worth of basic and clinical research into tangible therapies that can benefit patients. The fifth Annual Fall Focused Symposium, "Translational Genetics - Advancing Fronts for Craniofacial Health", was created by the American Association for Dental Research (AADR) to foster its mission to advance interdisciplinary research that is directed toward improving oral health. The symposium showcased progress made in identifying molecular targets that are potential therapeutics for common and rare dental diseases and craniofacial disorders. Speakers focused on translational and clinical applications of their research and, where applicable, on strategies for new technologies and therapeutics. The critical needs to transfer new knowledge to the classroom and for further investment in the field were also emphasized. The symposium underscored the importance of basic research, chairside clinical observations, and population-based studies in driving the new translational connections needed for the development of cures for the most common and devastating diseases involving the craniofacial complex.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Translational genetics: advancing fronts for craniofacial health
- Creators
- R N D'Souza - University of Utah School of Dentistry, Salt Lake City, UT, USAM DunnwaldM DunnvaldS Frazier-BowersP J PolveriniJ T WrightT de RouenA R Vieira
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Journal of dental research, Vol.92(12), pp.1058-1064
- DOI
- 10.1177/0022034513507954
- PMID
- 24097854
- NLM abbreviation
- J Dent Res
- ISSN
- 0022-0345
- eISSN
- 1544-0591
- Publisher
- United States
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 12/2013
- Academic Unit
- Anatomy and Cell Biology; Craniofacial Anomalies Research Center
- Record Identifier
- 9984025467902771
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