The First International Kirkuk University
Conference For Dental Sciences
Advancing excellence in dental education, research, and clinical practice by providing an international platform for knowledge exchange and scientific collaboration.
Mission
The International Kirkuk University Conference for Dental Sciences 2026 (IKUCDS 2026) is committed to advancing excellence in dental education, research, and clinical practice through high-quality scientific exchange and international collaboration.
IKUCDS 2026 seeks to promote evidence-based practice, encourage interdisciplinary research, and support the integration of modern technologies—including digital dentistry and artificial intelligence—into oral healthcare systems.
Vision
To become a recognised international scientific forum that plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of dental sciences through innovation, ethical practice, and academic excellence.
Conference Objectives
- Provide an international platform for presenting original, high-quality research.
- Encourage scientific collaboration between Iraqi and international universities.
- Highlight recent advances in digital dentistry and artificial intelligence.
- Promote quality, safety, and ethical standards in clinical practice.
Conference Topics
1. Dentistry & Oral Health Sciences
Oral surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, and implantology.
2. Technology & AI in Healthcare
AI, machine learning, digital diagnosis, dental imaging, and digital workflows.
3. Biology, Chemistry, & Biomedical
Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, and pharmacology.
4. Medical & Clinical Sciences
Internal medicine, cardiology, dermatology, paediatrics, and oral-systemic health.
5. Public Health & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology, disease prevention, health promotion, and community healthcare.
6. Healthcare Quality & Ethics
Patient safety, infection control, quality improvement, and professional ethics.
7. Surgery & Critical Care
General surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopaedics, emergency medicine, trauma care, and intensive care.
8. Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
Mental health, behavioural medicine, dental anxiety, pain perception, patient communication, and special-care dentistry.
9. Future Healthcare Innovations
Precision medicine, regenerative dentistry, tissue engineering, stem-cell research, advanced biomaterials, and nanotechnology.
Keynote & Guest Speakers
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Dr. Mohamed Elashry
Ph.D. in Prosthodontics
Dr. Edita Margarian
D.M.S.
Dr. Rafig E. Ibrahimov
D.D.S., Ph.D.
Dr. Mohammad Qaddomi
M.Sc. Prosthodontics & Aesthetic
Dr. Thamer Theeb
M.Sc. in Prosthodontics
Dr. Suha Al-Aloosi
FICMS Oral & Maxillofacial
Asst. Prof. Dr. Arass Jalal Noori
Ph.D. Preventive Dentistry
Asst. Prof. Dr. Muhanned Salah
FICMS Maxillofacial Surgery
Asst. Prof. Dr. Najat Rashid
Board Certified Maxillofacial Surgeon
Asst. Prof. Dr. Abduljaleel Azad Samad
Ph.D. in Oral Implant Surgery
Dr. Ahmed Saad
M.Sc. Conservative & Aesthetic
Dr. Ahmed Akram
Board certified Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Blend Balisany
Ph.D. Specialist Orthodontist
Dr. Muthanna Sulaiman Ahmed
Ph.D. in Operative Dentistry
Dr. Halgurd Salih Jaf
MDPH, DDPH RCS (Eng.)
Dr. Fahad Shukur Ali
Ph.D. in Orthodontics
Dr. Ako Omer Abdalla
M.Sc. Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology
Dr. Zhir Muharam
M.Sc. in Prosthodontics
Dr. Fatien Al-Nqshabandi
Ph.D. Conservative Dentistry
Dr. Ehsan Mansoor
Ph.D. in Conservative Dentistry
Dr. Muhamed Hamawandi
M.Sc. in Oral Surgery
Dr. Kazhan Mohammed
M.Sc. in Conservative Dentistry
Dr. Hamzah Mohammed Al-Ogaili
Specialist in Implantology
Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Haji
M.Sc. Candidate
Dr. Mahmood Chawshli
Ph.D. in Conservative DentistryWorkshops
Register for our exclusive, hands-on workshops. Limited seats available.
Live Demonstration: Tips and Tricks in Fillers
Led by Dr. Saifeddin Aljubory
Management of Severely Curved Canals (Instrumentation & Obturation)
Led by Dr. Ammar Salim
Anterior Direct Restoration
Led by Dr. Mohammed Haji
Mastering Veneer Preparation
Led by Dr. Thamer Theeb
Sponsorship & Exhibition
IKUCDS 2026 features a specialized Dental Exhibition providing a professional platform for universities and industry to showcase products and technologies to a focused audience.
Download Exhibition Packages (PDF)For booking and inquiries:
📞 +964 771 366 6464
Higher Advisory Committee
Prof. Dr. Omran Jamal Hassan Mohamed
President of the University of Kirkuk
Chair of the Higher Advisory Committee
Prof. Dr. Abdulaah Ali Mohammed Tameem
Vice President for Scientific Affairs
University of Kirkuk
Asst. Prof. Dr. Amjed Abawi Salih
Dean of the College of Dentistry
University of Kirkuk
Additional Advisory Members:
Dr. Salih Qadir Ibrahem • Dr. Najat Rasheed • Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Fathi • Dr. Aseel Sherif • Dr. Fahad Shukur Ali • Asst. Lecturer Ibrahem Muhialdeen Taha
Scientific Committee
Dr. Abdulla Muhmed Tamim – Professor
Head of Scientific Committee
Dr. Amjad Abbawe Salih – Asst. Professor
Vice Head of Scientific Committee
Dr. Yadolah Zarezadeh – Professor
Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Dr. Mona Mohamed Abd Elsalam – Professor
Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Egypt
Dr. Salih Qadir Ibrahem – Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Zubaida Najat Mustafa – Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Hassanien Ahmed Hadi Al-Jumaily – Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
Dr. Emad Farhan Alkhalidi – Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Mosul
Prof. Dr. Saif Saadedeen Abdulrazaq
College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
Dr. Uday Mahmud Alanee – Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
Dr. Ahmed Fadil – Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
Dr. Firas Saddam Albaaj – Professor
Mustansiriyah University, Iraq
Dr. Najat Rasheed – Asst. Professor
ORCID: 0000-0001-9311-0038
Dr. Mohammed Rhael Ali – Asst. Professor
College of Dentistry, Tikrit University
Dr. Muhammed Hilmi Buyukcavus – Asst. Professor
Antalya Bilim University, Turkey
Dr. Aseel Sherif – Asst. Professor
College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
Dr. Omeed Darweesh – Asst. Professor
College of Pharmacy, Al-Kitab University
Dr. Nisreen Ghafour Alshwanee – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Fahad Shukur Ali – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Fathi – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Abbas Hamad Ghadhban – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Sura Sardar M. Saeed – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Izzaldeen Yaseen Meteab – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Aseel Fadhil Yassin – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Jihan Abdulhussein Ibrahim – Lecturer
College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk
Dr. Youssef Shakuri Yasin
Samarra Drugs Company, Iraq
Conference Venue
Kirkuk Cultural Center
Location: Next to Azadi Hospital
Address: FCF7+GJP, Sulaimania Road, Kirkuk, Iraq.
Contact & Social
Email: [email protected]
Email 2: [email protected]
Phone:
+964 751 420 3598
+964 771 366 6464
For updates, sponsorship, and exhibition inquiries, please contact the organizing committee or follow us on our social media platforms.
Organized By
University of Kirkuk
College of Dentistry