Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces that drg. Adella Syvia Maharani, MDSc., Sp.Pros, represented Indonesia at the prestigious Hiranuma Award during the 133rd Annual Meeting of The Japan Prosthodontics Society and 14th Biennial Congress of The Asian Academy of Prosthodontics (AAP). This significant event was held on 5-7 July 2024, in Chiba, Japan. The meeting aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals in the field of prosthodontics.
During this event, drg. Adella presented her research, “Effect of Etching Time on Titanium Dental Implants with Aluminum Oxide Coating on Hemolysis Percentage and Platelet Activation,”which is expected to garner considerable attention. Her research explores the relationship between the surface treatment of implants and their biological response, which is crucial for improving patient outcomes in dental prosthetics.
The seminar featured a series of presentations on the latest technologies and advancements in prosthodontics. Experts from various countries shared their insights and contributed to global discussions on improving education and dental practices. Additionally, this event aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG Goal 4 (Quality Education)), which aims to enhance educational access and opportunities in developing countries.
Participation in such international meetings offers UGM the opportunity to improve the quality of education and contribute to global advancements in dentistry. Besides being a platform for sharing research, this event is also a valuable opportunity for networking among professionals. Participation in the Hiranuma Award not only demonstrates UGM’s commitment to advancing dental education but also emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges in health and education.
UGM remains committed to advancing education and research in dentistry through these various activities. drg. Adella Syvia Maharani’s participation in this international event marks an important milestone, affirming the institution’s dedication to enhancing educational access and innovation in prosthodontics.
Author: Diva L
