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Takahiro Ogawa is a widely recognized expert in designing and creating novel titanium and zirconia surfaces, implant biologic research, nanotechnology, and photoenergy-mediated activation of implant materials, particularly known for UV-photofunctionalization. He is a Professor in the Division of Regenerative and Reconstructive Sciences at the UCLA School of Dentistry, where he serves as a primary investigator at the Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology. Dr. Ogawa has published over 220 papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals, garnering a total impact factor exceeding 1,000 and more than 13,000 citations, which contributes to his h-index of 65. He has been ranked among the world's top 1% of scientists in his field according to the Stanford World Scientist Ranking. Throughout his career, Dr. Ogawa has delivered approximately 190 invited lectures and symposia globally. His research interests include biomaterials science and bone biology, focusing on the biological physicochemical interactions at the bone-titanium interface. He has made significant advancements in understanding and manipulating biomaterials for improved integration, leading innovative developments such as the Enhanced Dual-Geometric Engineering (EDGE 22) titanium surface design, which symbolizes a paradigm shift in implant surface engineering. His recent publications highlight major advances in regenerative dentistry and nagging an updated perspective on implant science and osseointegration.
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