Lamont appointed director of translational research and career development

Richard J. Lamont, Ph.D., a professor of oral biology, has been appointed director of translational research and career development. The position is newly instituted to foster the career development of junior and transitioning faculty, and to provide clinical faculty and residents with greater access to the basic science research programs in the college.

Lamont’s leadership in developing the careers of dental faculty is considered crucial to the successful development of a translational research program within the college that bridges basic science research and clinical practice, ultimately leading to improved patient care.