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Prof. Francesco Inchingolo, MD, DMD, O.M.F.S, M.P.H is a Full Professor of Odontostomatological Diseases at the University of Bari “Aldo Moro,” Italy, where he also serves as Director of the School of Specialization in Orthodontics. With over four decades of academic, clinical, and research experience, he has authored more than 440 peer-reviewed publications and several book chapters. His research spans medicine and dentistry, stem cells, regenerative medicine, implantology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, public health, and biotechnology. A recipient of numerous national and international awards, he is recognized among the world’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford University ranking) and frequently serves as an invited speaker at global scientific conferences.
Professor & Director
Full Professor of Odontostomatological Diseases, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”.
Director, School of Specialization in Orthodontics (2019–2026).
Head of International Master in Advanced Oral Surgery and Implant Surgery.
Research Leadership
Principal Investigator and Co-PI in numerous national and international research projects (ESA, F.I.S.A., Puglia Region, EU projects).
Responsible for research projects with University of Tetova and FMD State University of Tirana.
Approved research protocols with the Ethical Committee of Bari Policlinico.
International Roles
Visiting Professor at institutions in Greece, Cyprus, India, Albania, Kosovo, and the UK.
Invited speaker at NYU, Ho Chi Minh City Stem Cell Society, Indira Gandhi Pratishthan (India), PHAN CHAU TRINH University (Vietnam), Balkan Stomatological Society (BaSS), and many international congresses.
Awards & Recognitions
Multiple national and international prizes (Sant’Apollonia Award, INNBIORES®, SIDO, CDUO, SIOH, Carthage Cultural Prize, etc.).
“Top 2% Scientists in the World” (Stanford University ranking: 2021, 2022, 2023).
Best Italian Researcher in the USA (2019).
Editorial & Reviewer Activity
Editorial board member and reviewer for several international journals.
Patents
Author of international patents, including an integrated oral implant positioning system and diagnostic kits for SARS-CoV-2 and related coronaviruses.