Dr. Mohammed A. Alobaid is an Associate Professor and Consultant Endodontist with a strong interest in bridging evidence-based research and real-world clinical practice. He holds a specialty degree in Endodontics and a Master’s degree in Health Professions Education, reflecting his dual commitment to advanced clinical care and dental education.

Dr. Alobaid is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and has led multiple academic and educational initiatives in curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, and faculty development. His work focuses on enhancing diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, and the effective translation of research findings into chairside endodontic practice.

He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences and workshops, where he delivers clinically oriented, evidence-informed lectures tailored to a wide range of learners—from students and general practitioners to specialists. His educational approach emphasizes critical appraisal of evidence, reflective practice, and practical applicability in everyday clinical settings.

Through his academic, clinical, and educational roles, Dr. Alobaid continues to advance contemporary endodontic practice and dental education by promoting the thoughtful integration of science, experience, and patient-centered care.

– Dentist and Specialist in Endodontics, Universidad Mayor (Awarded Best Graduate of the Class)

– Master’s Degree in University Education, Universidad Mayor

– President, Chilean Endodontic Society

– Assistant Professor, Postgraduate Program in Endodontics, Universidad Finis Terrae, Santiago, Chile

– Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator of Endodontics, Universidad del Desarrollo

– Active Member, American Association of Endodontists

– President, 13th IFEA World Endodontic Congress, held in Santiago, Chile (2022)

– Invited Professor, Endodontic Specialization Programs at Universidad de La Frontera and Universidad de Talca, Santiago, Chile

– Publications and research in the field of Endodontics

– Lecturer and Course Instructor in Chile and internationally (Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, United States, Spain, Italy, Austria, France)

– Private practice limited to Endodontics. Operating microscope use since 2007.

Alexis Gaudin, DDS, PhD, is Professor of Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry at Nantes Université (France) and First Vice-Dean of the Dental School. A trained endodontist with experience in both private practice and academia, his work bridges clinical excellence and translational research. He leads research initiatives focused on inflammation biology, regenerative endodontics, and advanced biomaterial-based strategies for dental pulp preservation and repair.
His research explores smart hydrogels, extracellular vesicles, and specialized pro-resolving mediators as innovative approaches to modulate inflammation and promote tissue regeneration. He is principal investigator of nationally funded projects dedicated to strategic inflammation modulation in dental pulp therapy.
Deeply involved in professional leadership, he serves as President of the French Society of Endodontics and actively contributes to national and international scientific organizations. A committed educator, he is engaged in curriculum development, postgraduate supervision, and continuing education, with a strong interest in linking fundamental biological principles to everyday clinical decision-making.

Professor Dr. Md. Mujibur Rahman Howlader, Professor of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics at Bangladesh Medical University (BMU), with the approval of the Honorable President and Chancellor, Professor Dr. Md. MR Howlader has been appointed as Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research and Development) of this university 5th September 2024. Professor Dr. Md. MR Howlader is a renowned Endodontist and the first FCPS degree achiever in the dental profession in Bangladesh in 2003. A former student of Notre Dame College, Professor Dr. Howlader obtained BDS Degree from Dhaka Dental College, University of Dhaka in 1989. In his professional career he has been joining the BCS Health Cadre of Bangladesh Government and His job was begun as an Assistant Dental Surgeon on 25th April 1994 at Upazia Health Complex, District Hospital. Lecturer at Dhaka Dental College, he served as Assistant Professor and Head of the Dental Unit at Sir Salimullah Medical College, Assistant Professor at the Dental Unit of Chittagong Medical College. Having completed MS (Masters of Surgery) in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics in 2004 and later has been appointed as assistant professor in the Dept. of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, promoted as associate professor in 2008 and now he has been acting as professor in this reputed department since 2016. In the year 2021 Prof. Dr. Md. MR Howlader attained fellowship in Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, University of Glasgow, UK in 2021. In his academic career, he has also studied at the University of Southern California, USA. Prof. Dr. Md. MR Howlader has been published total 117 (Original Article, Review Article, Case Report) publications and delivering scientific presentation in various international and national seminar across the globe. Prof. Dr. Md. MR Howlader is lifetime member of the Faculty of Surgery including Dental Surgery of Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS). He is also a prominent member of the Curriculum Review Committee of Fellowship Courses examination in Dental Surgery of BCPS. He served as the Co-Chairman of Dental Faculty of the Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS).
Presently, he is also dean, Faculty of Dentistry, BMU, President Bangladesh Dental Health Research Foundation (BDHRF), President Bangladesh Endodontic Society (BES), General Secretary of 13th BCS Forum, Bangladesh Government Civil Service all Cadre Association. He is immediate Ex-chairman of APEC 2025, Dhaka.

Dr. Sung-Chih Hsieh received his D.D.S. degree from Taipei Medical University (1984–1990) and completed advanced specialty training in endodontics at Boston University, where he earned a D.Sc.D. in Endodontics (1994–1998) and a C.A.G.S. in Endodontics (1996–1998).

He is currently a Professor and Vice Chairman of the School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, and has served as Chairman of the Department of Endodontics since 2012. Dr. Hsieh has been an attending endodontist at Taipei Medical University Wan-Fang Hospital since 1999 and previously served as Director of the Endodontic Department from 1999 to 2018.

Dr. Hsieh is a Diplomate of the Academy of Endodontology, ROC (Taiwan) and currently serves as a Supervisor of the Academy (since 2021). He is also an AAE specialist member. His previous leadership roles include President of the Academy of Endodontology, ROC (2017–2019), Executive Director (2009–2017), member of the Endodontist Examination Committee (2007–2017), and Chief Editor of the Journal of Endodontic Science (2011–2015).
Professor Hsieh has published more than 50 research articles, review papers, and case reports in the field of endodontics. His clinical and research interests focus on microscopic endodontics, Schilder’s technique and warm vertical compaction, MTA modification, thermal behavior of gutta-percha, non-destructive testing of Ni-Ti instruments using resonance frequency analysis, bone biology, growth factors, pulp stem cells, and submicron diamond–based endodontic irrigation strategies.

Associate Professor Dr Mark Low Jun Fay

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mark Low Jun Fay is the President of the Malaysian Endodontic Society, where he actively leads initiatives to advance endodontic education, clinical standards, and professional development in Malaysia.

Dr. Mark serves as Course Lead in Endodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry, Lincoln University College, and as a visiting clinical instructor at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia. He also contributes to postgraduate training as a board member of the Doctorate in Endodontology programme at Universiti Teknologi MARA and as a reviewer for the European Endodontic Journal.

He holds both Membership and Specialty Fellowship in Endodontics by examination from the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Alongside his academic roles, he maintains an active referral-based private practice as a Consultant Endodontist at iCare Dental 3 Damansara, managing complex cases referred from across Malaysia. His interests include complex root canal anatomy, digitally guided endodontics, retreatment, and the management of endodontic complications. He frequently travels internationally to learn and to share through lectures and hands-on workshops.

Dr Iliana Modyeievsky

Dr. Iliana Modyeievsky is a Doctor of Dental Medicine, Specialist and Master’s degree holder in Endodontics. She currently serves as President of the Uruguayan Endodontic Society and Treasurer of the Latin American Endodontic Society.

She is the Director of postgraduate Endodontics programs in Uruguay and other Latin American countries, including Argentina, Chile, Brazil, and Nicaragua. Dr. Iliana Modyeievsky is an active international speaker and has lectured extensively in multiple countries, including presentations at IFEA held in Chile and Glasgow in recent years.

She is co-author of several books and scientific articles in Endodontics published in the Journal of Endodontics. She is a member of a multicenter research group led by Prof. Marco Versiani and Prof. Jorge Martins, and also collaborates with the research group of Prof. José Siqueira.

Dr. Iliana Modyeievsky practices exclusively high-complexity clinical Endodontics.
She is also the Uruguay Coordinator of Project 32, led by Prof. Manuel de Lima Machado. This solidarity-based dental initiative, known as EndoResto, is dedicated to providing comprehensive endodontic and restorative care to socioeconomically vulnerable patients, reinforcing her strong commitment to social responsibility, ethical practice, and community-oriented professional service.

Dr Rahimi is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Charles Sturt University (Orange) and La Trobe University (Melbourne). Mehdi graduated with a Bachelor in Dental Surgery with distinction from the University of Otago (New Zealand) in 2002 and received his Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (Endo) degree from the University of Melbourne in 2008. He has been actively involved in Endodontic teaching at various continued education levels, both nationally and internationally. Mehdi is a clinical educator and lecturer for postgraduate and undergraduate student at Sydney University. He is also CPD mentor for the Australian Dental Association NSW. Mehdi has obtained a number of publications in the field of forensic dentistry and Endodontics (resin-based obturation material and fractured instruments). In 2000 he was awarded the Sir Allan Wilkinson award for the most worthwhile research in Medicine and Dentistry from the University of Otago, in 2001 he was awarded the International Association for Dental Research Young Researchers Award and in 2002 Mehdi received the Pierre Fauchard Academy Award of Merit. Mehdi is the branch federal councillor and Past President of the Australian Society of Endodontology (NSW branch) and current Vice President of the Australian Society of Endodontology (Federal), the immediate past president of the Australian Asian Association of Dentists, a fellow of the International College of Dentists (FICD), a fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, a member of the Australian Dental Association (NSW) Education & Research Committee, ADA NSW advocacy Committee, a member of the Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons in Endodontics, and a member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Endodontists. Since 2020, Mehdi has also been an ADA NSW Federal Councillor. He is also on the World Endodontic Congress committee.

Dr. Kerstin Ramos Andrade is an Ecuadorian endodontist dedicated to clinical excellence and continuing education in modern endodontics. She holds a specialty degree in Endodontics and has extensive experience in advanced root canal therapy and dental trauma management.

She currently serves as Vice President of the Ecuadorian Association of Endodontists (ASEEC), actively contributing to professional development and the organization of national and international scientific events.

Her clinical interests include pediatric endodontics, management of traumatic dental injuries, pulpal pathology, and the use of contemporary technologies and evidence-based protocols. Dr. Ramos is committed to education, international collaboration, and the advancement of high-quality endodontic care.

Professor Marc Krikor Kaloustian completed his DDS degree from the Saint
JosephUniversity of Beirut in 1999. He then obtained a Certificate in Advanced
Education in General Dentistry from Boston University, Goldman School of Dental
Medicine in 2000. He pursued a Masters in Endodontics, Masters in Biomaterials
and obtained his PhD in 2020 from the Saint Joseph University, Lebanon with
honors. He is currently a Clinical Professor at the Department of Endodontology at
the Saint Joseph University Dental School, Lebanon where he supervises
undergraduate and
postgraduate students. He is also lecturer at Jaume I University spain and in the
Masters program in endodontics at the Siena University Italy. Pr Kaloustian is the
president of the Lebanese Society of Endodotology and co-organizer of many
international endodontic meetings. He is also a Diamond member of Style Italiano
Endodontics, an international lecturer with many publications in ndexed journals. Pr
Kaloustian has a private practice in Beirut limited to Endodontics and works
asendodontist in the United Arab Emirates at the American Dental Center (Abu
Dhabi) and Oris Dental Clinic (Al Ain) .

Dr. Moreinos graduated from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he earned his M.Sc. in 2006 and D.M.D. in 2009. He completed his postgraduate training in Endodontics at Hadassah Medical Center and has been a certified endodontist since 2014.
Dr. Moreinos served for several years as a senior endodontist at Hadassah Medical Center and Rambam Medical Center. He is currently the director of the post graduate endodontics program at the College of Dental Sciences, Galilee Medical. In parallel, he maintains a private clinical practice dedicated exclusively to endodontics.
Dr. Moreinos is the Chairman of the Israeli Endodontic Society, a member of the Israeli Ministry of Health Professional Committee in Endodontics, and Head of the National Postgraduate Endodontics Examination Board. He is also a member of the European Society of Endodontology.
He has published numerous articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals, co-authored a book chapter in the field of endodontics, and has delivered lectures at major scientific meetings, including the IADR and ESE international conventions.

BDs.MSc.PhD in Endodontics ASU
Lecturer of Endodontics Newgiza University
Member of the American Association of Endodontists

Dr. Yusuke Takahashi graduated from Osaka University with a DDS in 1998 and received a PhD in 2002. After working as a clinical and postdoctoral fellow at Osaka University for several years, he was appointed assistant professor at the same institute in 2006.
In 2009, he began working as an Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Oral Biology at the University of Birmingham under the mentorship of Profs. Anthony Smith and Paul Cooper.
Upon returning to Japan, he became an associate professor in 2015. He currently works at the Dental Hospital as a conservative dentistry specialist approved by the Japanese Dental Specialty Board, as well as supervising undergraduate and PhD students at Graduate School of Dentistry, The University of Osaka (formerly Osaka University).
His research focuses on vital pulp treatment from the dual perspectives of diagnosis and treatment. He has investigated the development of a novel pre/intraoperative pulp diagnostic method. He is particularly interested in vital pulp treatment for severe pulpitis, formerly known as irreversible pulpitis. He has established a rat model of moderate/severe caries-induced pulpitis and is seeking a novel agent to cure pulpitis and avoid root canal treatment.

Paulius Tušas, DDS, PhD, is an endodontist and Assistant Professor at the Institute of Odontology, Faculty of Medicine, Vilnius University, Lithuania. He earned his PhD in 2024 with a dissertation focused on the physicochemical and biological properties of hydraulic calcium silicate–based (HCSC) materials and their clinical applications in endodontics.
His research interests include HCSC biomaterials, their interaction with surrounding tissues, root canal obturation quality, and the use of micro-computed tomography for three-dimensional evaluation of treatment outcomes. Dr. Tušas has authored and co-authored multiple papers in international peer-reviewed journals indexed in Web of Science and Scopus.
Alongside his research, he is actively involved in undergraduate dental education and supervises student research projects, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based clinical decision making.
Dr. Tušas serves as President of the Lithuanian Society of Endodontology, contributing to professional education, scientific exchange, and the development of international collaboration within the endodontic community.