INDIA: The Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal, hosted the second edition of the Manipal Dental Conference on August 10-11. Reflecting the spirit of internationalisation in the Year of Internationalisation, declared by MAHE, this conference welcomed distinguished alumni who have achieved excellence in international universities as keynote speakers.

Lt Gen Dr M D Venkatesh, vice chancellor of MAHE, inaugurated the conference, addressing the eager student audience. He highlighted the importance of multidisciplinary research and encouraged active student engagement in research endeavours. Dr Rohit Singh, director of Alumni Relations at MAHE, graced the inaugural ceremony, emphasising the enduring bonds between the institution and its accomplished alumni.

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Glimpse into Global Excellence

The conference featured an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, all distinguished alumni, who have left indelible marks across international borders. Dr Subraya G Bhat, associate professor at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia; Dr Soni Stephen, clinical senior lecturer in pediatric dentistry at the University of Sydney; Dr Neil Pande, director of Healthy Smiles, Kathmandu, Nepal; Dr Arindam Dutta, senior clinical lecturer in restorative dentistry at Cardiff University, UK; and Dr Ritul Agarwal, a renowned aesthetic dentist in the UAE, shared their insights on pioneering concepts spanning pediatric dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, implantology, restorative dentistry, and periodontology.

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Confluence of Knowledge and Enthusiasm

With over 300 enthusiastic undergraduate participants from 35 dental schools across the nation, the conference was a dynamic hub of learning and exchange. Five enlightening guest lectures and four immersive hands-on workshops enriched the event’s agenda. The e-poster presentation session showcased an impressive array of 61 e-posters, contributing to the vibrancy of the conference.

The Manipal Dental Conference 2023 played a pivotal role in providing dental students with an unparalleled platform to glean insights from accomplished alumni and to foster peer collaboration. This event not only showcased the college’s dedication to academic excellence but also demonstrated its commitment to innovation, research, and international partnerships in the realm of dentistry.