OHS Seminar Series- "Bioengineering Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) in vitro models for cell-matrix and mechanobiology investigations" -Priti Mulimani, BDS, MDS, PhD
Presenter:
Priti Mulimani, BDS, MDS, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Chicago College of Dentistry
Title: Bioengineering Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) in vitro models for cell-matrix and mechanobiology investigations,
Abstract: Mechanical loads regulate the homeostatic and allostatic signaling controlling temporomandibular joint (TMJ) heath and disease. Allostatic signaling is promoted through mechanical overloading, initiating both the remodeling and degeneration of the extracellular matrix (ECM) during arthropathies such as osteoarthritis (OA). Changes in the composition and organization of the ECM have a multifaceted role on cellular mechanotransduction, impacting the mechanical microenvironment surrounding the cell, the cytoskeletal architecture, and the transcription of key differentiation markers. There is an important gap in knowledge related to understanding how these cell-matrix derived signals control cell behaviours deterministic of TMJ pathobiology such as migration,…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9733379648. Accessibility Contact: lorab2@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. 40th Annual Dean's Club Dinner
Alumni
Dean André Ritter and the Dean’s Club Board cordially invite you to join us for an evening of cocktails, dinner and conversation as we celebrate our most generous supporters. We also will recognize recipients of the Distinguished Alumnus Award and the Dean's Club Honorary Lifetime Member Award.
Registration is now open. Please refer to the link below for more information.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: randyn@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events.
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Arch at 800 Pike
800 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101.
For more info visit events.uw.edu. OHS Seminar Series- Graduate Student Symposium #1
Presenter:
OHS Graduate Students & Trainees
Title: TBD
Abstract: TBD.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Magnuson Health Sciences Center T (HST). Campus room: T359. Accessibility Contact: lorab2@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Cleft Surgical Outreach at Year Six: What Have We Learned? - Drs. Austin Gaal and Taylor Ellingsen
Austin Gaal, DDS, MPH, FACS
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Washington/Harborview Medical Center, Cleft Lip and Palate Surgeon; Diplomate of American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Cascadia Oral and Facial Surgeons
Taylor Ellingsen, DDS, MD
Resident, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Washington.
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Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Online.
OHS Seminar Series- Hui Wu, PhD
Presenter:
Hui Wu, PhD
Professor of Integrative Biosciences, School of Dentistry
Associate Dean for Research, Dean's Office, School of Dentistry
Weight Professor in Dentistry Research
Title: TBD
Abstract: TBD.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9733379648. Accessibility Contact: lorab2@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
OHS Seminar Series- Ophir Klein, PhD, MD
Presenter:
Ophir Klein, PhD, MD
Executive Vice Dean for Children’s Health
Executive Director of Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s
Professor and Division Chair
Orofacial Sciences & Pediatrics
School of Dentistry
UCSF
Title: TBD
Abstract: TBD.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9733379648. Accessibility Contact: lorab2@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
You Cut It, We Call It: Pearls and Pitfalls Behind the Diagnosis - Dr. Hiba Qari
Hiba Qari, BDS, MS
Associate Professor of Oral Pathology and Director of the Biopsy Service at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, bringing nearly a decade of experience as a board-certified oral and maxillofacial pathologist.
Event interval: Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92030467152. Campus room: Virtual Event. Accessibility Contact: adaoffice@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Online.
OHS Seminar Series- Graduate Trainee Symposium #2
Presenters:
OHS Graduate Students & Trainees
Title: TBD
Abstract: TBD.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Magnuson Health Sciences Center T (HST). Campus room: T359. Accessibility Contact: lorab2@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Monday, June 1, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Intern's Summary
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Online.
Chief's Summary 5 + Years in Review
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Online.
OMS Grand Rounds Lecture Series
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Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Online.
OMS Grand Rounds Lecture Series
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Online.