Dr. Chia Yu Chen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chia-Yu (Jennifer) Chen is an Assistant Professor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine specializing in periodontology and oral medicine. She received her dental degree from Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan and completed her periodontology training and Doctor of Medical Science in oral biology at Harvard. Dr. Chen has been recognized as a presidential scholar and has received prestigious accolades including the James H. Shaw Award for excellence in biomedical research and the Joseph L. Henry Award for excellence in clinical training. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and practices at the Harvard Dental Center. Her clinical research interests focus on utilizing innovative concepts, technologies, and biomaterials to enhance treatment outcomes and improve patient experiences. Dr. Chen conducts both preclinical and clinical research on soft and hard tissue regeneration, implant dentistry, and digital dentistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Harvard School of Dental Medicine • Boston, MA

Assistant Professor specializing in periodontology and oral medicine, involved in clinical and preclinical research.

Awards

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James H. Shaw Award

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Joseph L. Henry Award

Requirements for Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:24
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
DDS or DMD degree (or foreign equivalent) Bachelor's degree
Application Checklist
  • ADEA PASS application
  • HSDM Supplemental Application
  • Official Dental School Transcripts
  • Official Undergraduate Transcripts
  • Institutional Evaluation Form (IEF)
  • Three Professional Evaluation Forms (PEF)
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • TOEFL scores (for international applicants)
  • Application Fee ($95)
Specialization Notes

Master of Medical Sciences (MMSc) in Oral Biology; often combined with clinical specialty certificates.