Research

UFCD scientist Zsolt Toth, is studying the lifecycle and molecular characteristics of Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus, or KSHV, the virus that causes Kaposi sarcoma and other cancers.

First discovered in 1924, Streptococcus mutans is a facultatively anaerobic, gram-positive coccus commonly found in the human oral cavity and is a significant contributor to tooth decay.

“Research is the future of dentistry and advocating the importance of continuous funding for dental research is very important."