Center Brief

The Center for Oral Diseases Studies (CODS) was established in the Faculty of Dentistry at Al-Ahliyya Amman University, and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education, in 2023 as the first dedicated research center for oral and dental diseases in the region. “CODS” aims to conduct high quality and interdisciplinary research in various fields of oral health with particular emphasis on community needs and translating research findings into patient care. The center works closely with other facilities and research centers including the Faculty of Biomedical engineering, Centre for Pharmacological and Diagnostic Research (PDRC), and Hourani Center for Applied Scientific Research (HCASR). “CODS” also collaborates with international societies and research centers involved in various aspect of oral health. The center provides an inspiring environment for researchers and academics involved in oral health and diseases, and has four main domains of expertise: 1) Molecular basis of oral diseases with special emphasis on oral cancer 2) Applications of artificial intelligence in oral health and disease detection 3) Oral health in vulnerable individuals and patients with special healthcare needs 4) Salivary diagnostics and early detection of diseases