DAY ONE - QMUL - Peston Lecture Theatre with Foyer

The Graduate Centre I

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  • Mile End Rd, Bethnal Green, London E1 4NS, United Kingdom

  • Queen Mary University of London

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  • It makes the the 5 of JUNE Meeting even more attractive.

Don't just dream about the future—build it!

Are you ready to unleash your potential and mold tomorrow with your own two hands? The "Hands that Shape the Future" competition is your arena to shine!

Showcase your skills and knowledge: Put your talents to the test and demonstrate your mastery at Queen Mary University of London.

June 5, 2025

10:00 AM- 2:00 PM (UTC)

Queen Mary University of London

HANDS THAT SHAPE THE FUTURE

Whether it is a haptics-reinforced virtual tool or a real handpiece, use it!

GRIP IT WITH PASSION!

Our award program recognizes outstanding student skills and knowledge across eight categories, offering a total prize pool of 3,200 €.

MINDS THAT SHAPE THE FUTURE

POSTER SESSION 2:00 - 5:00 PM (UTC)

A groundbreaking session that will explore the cutting-edge technological advancements revolutionizing health professional education. This transformative event promises to be a pivotal moment in shaping the future of healthcare training

During this session, you will: Discover how these state-of-the-art technologies can be seamlessly integrated into educational practices, enhancing skills across diverse health disciplines. Hear from world-renowned experts as they share their insights on augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and haptics-enhanced, AI-powered technologies. Explore the transformative impact of these innovations on preclinical and clinical training, and learn about future research directions aimed at improving healthcare outcomes.

ON 5TH OF JUNE, QMUL

Peston Lecture Theatre with Foyer

Professor Peter Lingström

Our esteemed keynote speaker and chair of the poster award competition

Professor Lingström

Sahlgrenska Academy, Sweden

Professor Lingström

Sahlgrenska Academy, Sweden

Professor Lingström will bring a wealth of knowledge from his role as Professor and Chairman at the Department of Cariology, Institute of Odontology at Sahlgrenska Academy, the No 1. Dental School in the world.

His keynote address, "The Future of Cariology: Bridging the Gap Between Analog and Digital Learning," promises to offer groundbreaking insights into the integration of traditional and digital approaches in dental education.

As Vice President of our Digital, VR & Haptic Thinkers global team, Professor Lingström's participation highlights our commitment to advancing dental education through cutting-edge technology.

Meet our Thinkers

TALKS main tasks and goals.

Prof. Peter Lingström

University of Gothenbung, Sweden

The future of cariology: Bridging the gap between analog and digital learning

dr. Mengwei Pang

Chongqing Medical University, China

Development and validation study of novel dental alveolar surgery simulator

dr. Mihaela Pantea

Carol Davila, University Romania

Exploring the “Haptic Wonder” in Dental University Education

Teodor-Raul, Constantin

Carol Davila, University Romania

The Digital Twins: Transforming Real Patients into 4D Models

dr. Octave Bandiaky

University of Nantes;,France

Immersive Haptic Simulation for Motor Skill Acquisition in Prosthetic Dentistry

dr. Stefan Danylak 

University of Quuensland, Australia

Optimal low risk posture training reinforced with haptic biofeedback: A Pilot Study exploring use with motion and haptic sensors

dr. Sarah Rampf

University of Heidelberg, Germany

Optimizing Preclinical Skill Development: A strategic Approach

dr. Anas Salim

European Universiyt of Cyprus, Cyprus

Haptics Vs Typodonts for Crown Preparation in Undergraduate Dental Student Education

dr. Edgar, Hannelie

NIMDTA, UK

A Guide for Integrating Virtual Dental Simulators into Postgraduate Education: Challenges and Solutions

dr. Masako Nagasawa

Niigata University, Japan

Effective way to use VR machines for achievement of clinical dental skills

Prof. Neshka Manchorova

Medical University of Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Neuroimaging of cognitive brain maps in digital learning: is it possible?

Dr. Cristina Martorell Sanchez

ADEMA, Spain

Skills Acquisition in Cavity Preparation in Conservative Dentistry through Virtual Haptic Simulation

jUNE 5, 2025

5:00 PM- 5:30 AM (UTC)

QMUL, Annual Assembly

Digital, VR & Haptic Thinkers supported event, June 6, 2025, RSM

Shaping the Surgeons of Tomorrow: Innovations in Simulation Education

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