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Institute of Science Tokyo

Department of Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine,
Department of Periodontology & Department of Gerodontology

 

About the Scholarship Center

The Institute of Science Tokyo was established on October 1, 2024, through the merger of Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) and Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech). Founded in 1928, TMDU was Tokyo’s only national university and one of Japan’s oldest dental schools. The Faculty of Dentistry emphasizes holistic care, scientific inquiry, and problem-solving from an international perspective, collaborating with over 50 universities worldwide. In 2024, it achieved top rankings, including first place in Japan and fourth globally in the QS World University Rankings.

The ITI Center at the Institute of Science Tokyo offers a unique program for scholars, featuring rotations through three departments: Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine, Periodontology, and Gerodontology. This rotational system provides a comprehensive understanding of implant dentistry from multiple perspectives. In the Department of Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine, scholars learn prosthetically driven implant planning, bone and soft tissue augmentation techniques, and advanced procedures like full mouth reconstruction such as bone anchored bridge and All-on-4 etc. The Department of Periodontology focuses on managing biological and aesthetic complications related to dental implants, while the Department of Gerodontology addresses implant treatments for older patients with systemic conditions and advanced technologies such as digital dentures and its processing.

The program includes lectures, practical training, seminars, workshops, literature reviews and clinical courses, encouraging participation in national and international congresses. Scholars engage in diverse research areas, including hard and soft tissue regeneration, implant protocols, biomaterials, and digital workflows, collaborating with faculty members. The Institute of Science Tokyo is globally recognized for its impactful research and offers a dynamic environment where scholars build professional and personal networks, fostering future research collaborations. This comprehensive program ensures scholars are well-equipped in education, research, and clinical practice.

Scholarship Center Chair

Scholarship Center Chair
Prof. Eriko Marukawa DDS, PhD

Dept. of Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine

Scholarship Center Co-Chair
Prof. Takanori Iwata DDS, PhD

Dept. of Periodontology

Scholarship Center Co-Chair
Prof. Manabu Kanazawa DDS, PhD

Dept. of Gerodontology

Scholarship Center Deputy Chair
Asst. Prof. Shunsuke Fukuba DDS, PhD

Dept. of Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine

Activities

Activities during the Scholarship year

Activities during the Scholarship Year

Clinical activities the ITI Scholar will participate in during the Scholarship year
Treatment planning sessions
Performing oral hygiene procedures and maintenance
Observing patient treatment
Assisting in patient treatment
Treating patients under faculty supervision: placing implants
Treating patients under faculty supervision: restoring implants
Treating patients alone: placing implants
Treating patients alone: restoring implants
Laboratory and procedures associated with treatment
Postgraduate education/specialization
Postgraduate training in the following specialty/one of the following specialties is a must
Postgraduate training in the following specialty/one of the following specialties is an advantage:
Min. three years of professional clinical experience as a qualified dentist required
Min. three years of professional clinical experience as a qualified dentist including implant dentistry required
Research activities the ITI Scholar will participate in during the Scholarship year
Involvement in preclinical research
Involvement in translational research
Involvement in clinical research
Coordinated involvement with existing center research activities
Mentors will be assigned to the Scholar according to their research preference
Scholars will be able to start their own research projects
Research experience required
Research experience supported by peer-reviewed scientific publications (original papers) is a must.
Research experience supported by peer-reviewed scientific publications (original papers) is desired.
No research experience required.

During the scholarship year, the Scholar’s time will be allocated to the activities below as follows (estimate)

50%
Patient care
30%
Research
20%
Didactic
Language requirements

Scholars should be fluent in English. The lectures, classes and/or courses the Scholar can attend will be held in Japanese or English.

Cost of living

We strongly advise you to consider cost of living (housing/rent, food, transportation, etc.) in the city of this ITI Scholarship Center, as certain destinations can be very expensive. It is essential to understand that the ITI scholarship stipend does not cover all living expenses but only contributes to these. Therefore, make sure you are fully aware of the cost of living in the city of this Scholarship Center if you consider applying for it. You must be prepared to co-finance the cost of living out of your own pocket. The ITI cannot provide additional funding during the scholarship year.

Contact details

Eriko Marukawa
Chair

Institute of Science Tokyo
Department of Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine
1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-Ku Tokyo 113-8510
Japan

Email: [email protected]

Takanori Iwata
Co-Chair

Institute of Science Tokyo
Department of Periodontology
1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-Ku Tokyo 113-8510
Japan

Email: [email protected]

Manabu Kanazawa
Center Co-Chair

Institute of Science Tokyo
Department of Gerodontology
1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-Ku Tokyo 113-8510
Japan

Email: [email protected]

Shunsuke Fukuba
Center Deputy Chair

Institute of Science Tokyo
Department of Regenerative and Reconstructive Dental Medicine
1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-Ku Tokyo 113-8510
Japan

Email: [email protected]

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