SDM Clinical Research Core
The Clinical Research Core (CRC) at the UB School of Dental Medicine (UBSDM) is advancing oral health through innovative and collaborative research. In an environment that promotes scientific discovery and the integration of evidence-based practices in dentistry, we provide investigators with comprehensive support in study design, development and implementation and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Accelerating Innovation in Oral Health
Our focus is on pioneering cutting-edge clinical research, building partnerships with academic, industry and community stakeholders, and providing exceptional training to the next generation of dental researchers and clinicians.
We collaborate closely with UB research offices to streamline research contracts, facilitate IRB submissions and approval, assist with subject recruitment and scheduling, handle data entry and oversee regulatory compliance. In the CRC, we’re committed to upholding the highest standards of research integrity, ethics, and patient care as we translate research findings into practical solutions that improve patient care and public health.
CRC Overview
The Clinical Research Core's facilities are located in
205 Squire Hall in the School of Dental Medicine. Here, researchers have access to state-of-the-art clinical facilities, laboratory facilities and the infrastructure needed to accomodate the intensive research studies conducted at UB.
Below, you'll find an overview of the Clinical Research Core's offerings and how we support clinical researchers.
Research Procedures & Services
- Comprehensive oral health assessments.
- Advanced radiographic imaging.
- Anthropometric measurements.
- Participant interviews and administration of study questionnaires and informed consents.
- Biological sample collection and laboratory processing.
- Short-term storage of specimens in preparation for shipment to a central laboratory.
- Investigational drug administration and monitoring.
- Investigational drug storage and accountability.
- Clinical evaluation of dental technologies.
Support for Researchers
- Study feasibility analysis.
- Study design, setup, and implementation.
- Protocol development.
- IRB submission.
- Budget development and management.
- Participant recruitment, scheduling, and compensation.
- Customized training and education for research teams.
- Regulatory assistance.
- Registration on Clinicaltrials.gov.
- Data management.
- Study closeout.
Facilities Snapshot
- Clinical space. Dental operatories with dual-track dental lights, fiber-optic handpieces, electric high and low-speed handpieces, Piezo ultrasonic scalers and Periotron 8000 devices.
- Sterilization room.
- Clinical lab. Short-term handling and storage of human samples.
- Physical assessment room. Equipped with a phlebotomy chair.
- Office and meeting space.
- Waiting room for research subjects.
- Computing facilities.
A message from the assistant dean fOR clinical research
Thank you for your interest in the Clinical Research Core at the UBSDM! Our vision is to lead in creating and disseminating knowledge that transforms the future of dentistry. We are committed to fostering partnerships with industry leaders, academic institutions and health care providers. We invite you to join us on this journey as we continue to push the boundaries of clinical research and make a lasting impact on oral health worldwide.
Marcelle Nascimento, DDS, MS, PhD
Contact: mmnascim@buffalo.edu
Contact the CRC
Interested in sponsoring impactful clinical research? Connect with us to see how we can collaborate.
Sue Cunningham
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Clinical Research Core
Clinical Research Core
Office: 215G Squire Hall
Facilities: 205 Squire Hall
School of Dental Medicine
UB South Campus
Buffalo, NY 14214