Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry and University of Zurich Center for Dental Medicine Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Zurich Center for Dental Medicine, formalizing a strategic partnership to advance research collaboration and academic exchange between the two institutions.
The MoU was signed on Friday, January 16, 2026, by the Dean of the Graduate School of Dentistry, Professor Ken Osaka, and the Director of the Center for Dental Medicine at the University of Zurich, Professor Mutlu Özcan. This agreement reflects a shared commitment to fostering excellence in dental education, research innovation, and the global exchange of knowledge and talent.
During the signing ceremony, both deans highlighted the complementary strengths of their institutions and emphasized the value of international collaboration in addressing current and future challenges in dentistry. The MoU establishes a framework for joint research initiatives, faculty and student exchanges, and cooperative academic activities that will enrich educational experiences and accelerate scientific progress.
As part of the visit, Professor Özcan delivered a distinguished lecture titled “The Impact of Advances in Material Science and Technologies on the Dental Profession: From the Past to the Future.” The lecture provided an insightful overview of the evolution of dental materials and technologies and offered a forward-looking perspective on how emerging innovations are poised to shape the future of the dental profession. The presentation was received with strong interest and engagement from faculty members, researchers, and students.
The Graduate School of Dentistry at Tohoku University warmly welcomes this new collaboration and looks forward to the opportunities it will create for meaningful academic exchange and impactful research. We extend our sincere appreciation to all parties involved in making this partnership possible and anticipate a productive and enduring relationship with the University of Zurich Center for Dental Medicine.
▲ Dean Ken Osaka (left) and Professor Mutlu Özcan (right)
