In the four years since the cross-disciplinary research partnership was founded, CiPD has introduced microrobots that clean teeth, a new understanding of microbial physics in tooth decay, and promising futures for plant biotechnology and lipid nanoparticles in dental plaque and oral cancer treatment.
Learn more in the recent press release from Penn Today »
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The 5th Annual CiPD Symposium was held on May 28, 2026, at Penn Dental Medicine, showcasing cutting-edge research at the interface of dental medicine and engineering. The program featured the latest research by CiPD faculty, trainees, and fellows, highlighting emerging applications — from craniofacial and tissue regeneration to oral microbiomes — using advanced materials, nano/biotechnology, mRNA, AI and robotics.
Learn about the 5th Annual CiPD Symposium from Penn Dental Medicine »
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