Dr. Ilser Turkyilmaz, professor and chair of the Department of Comprehensive Care at the School of Dental Medicine, has been awarded a Nord Grant to support his proposal titled, Advancing Digital Dentistry in Education and Patient Care.
The grant, awarded by the University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education (UCITE), will help Dr. Turkyilmaz enhance learning experiences for dental students by integrating cutting-edge digital tools and techniques into the curriculum and clinical practice.
"Thank you for your efforts to improve student learning on our campus," wrote Matthew L. Garrett, director of UCITE, in the award notification. "UCITE received a strong pool of applications this spring, and we are pleased to be able to support your grant funding request."
Funding for the project is available through the end of the 2026 fiscal year and reflects the university's commitment to fostering educational innovation that benefits both students and patients.
Dr. Turkyilmaz’s proposal was supported by School of Dental Medicine leadership, including Dean Kenneth B. Chance, and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs David Rolf II. His project aims to ensure that students are well-prepared for the rapidly evolving landscape of digital dentistry.
This initiative marks another step forward in the school’s ongoing efforts to lead in dental education and improve patient care through technological advancement.