Digital Biomaterials in Modern Dentistry

James Kit Hon Tsoi is an Assistant Professor in Dental Materials Science and the Assistant Dean of Electives and Experiential Learning at the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Dentistry. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Applied and Analytical Chemistry, followed by a PhD in Dental Materials Science, both from HKU. His research interests encompass various areas, including the mechanical behaviors of dental materials, novel resin composites and ceramics, biomaterials, dental informatics, and digital dentistry, particularly CAD/CAM technologies. As the Convenor of the Biomedical and Tissue Engineering Research Group, Dr. Tsoi leads innovative research initiatives and actively promotes advancements in dental material science. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles and has contributed significantly to dental education through his teaching and leadership roles. Additionally, he is involved in various international collaborations and serves on editorial boards for several scientific journals.

Jukka Pekka Matinlinna is a renowned dental materials scientist who has made significant contributions to biomaterials research and dental education. Born and educated in Finland, he began his academic journey at the University of Turku, where he earned his BSc, MSc, CSc, and PhD degrees. After working in the Netherlands and Norway, he joined the University of Hong Kong as Professor of Dental Materials Science in 2008. His research focuses on dental materials and biomaterials, particularly in areas such as adhesive dentistry, silane chemistry applications, and ceramic materials including zirconia. His academic impact is reflected in his impressive publication record, with over 482 publications indexed in academic databases and an h-index of 58. Throughout his career, he has received numerous honors, including Fellowship in the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) and the Academy of Dental Materials (FADM). Currently serving as Honorary Professor at the University of Hong Kong and working at the University of Manchester as a professor of applied dental sciences, he continues to influence the field through his research and educational contributions, including his authored textbook "Handbook of Oral Biomaterials" published in 2014.