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Dr. Jonathan E. Burke Appointed as Head of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

  • September 18, 2026

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    Dr. Jonathan E. Burke has been appointed as the new director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.

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    Dr. Burke's appointment at NIDCR begins on September 20, 2026, as announced by NIH director Jay Bhattacharya.

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    He has over 30 years of clinical and academic leadership experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

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    NIDCR administers an annual budget of over $520 million for research on various oral and craniofacial health issues.

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    Dr. Burke has a background in TMJ pharmacology, implant devices, and has co-authored publications on craniofacial trauma.

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Dr. Jonathan Burke selected as director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

  • September 18, 2026

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