# Saso Ivanovski
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Professor
# Saso Ivanovski
Email:
: [s.ivanovski@uq.edu.au](mailto:s.ivanovski@uq.edu.au)
Phone:
: [+61 7 336 58062](tel:+61 7 336 58062)
## Positions
Head of School
: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
## Overview
### Availability
Professor Saso Ivanovski is:
: Available for supervision
### Qualifications
- Bachelor of Dental Science, The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
- Masters (Coursework) of Dental Science, The University of Queensland
## Works
[Search Professor Saso Ivanovski’s works on UQ eSpace](http://espace.library.uq.edu.au/list/author_id/1283)
[All
(347)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/19549/all)
[Book
(1)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/19549/4747)
[Journal Article
(302)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/19549/4748)
[Other Outputs
(2)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/19549/4749)
[Conference Publication
(22)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/19549/4751)
[Book Chapter
(20)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/19549/4752)
2026
Journal Article
##### Nano-engineered titanium implants loaded with gingival fibroblasts-derived microvesicles enhance early osseointegration and soft tissue attachment in vivo
Han, Pingping, Liu, Chun, Jayasree, Anjana, Sokolowski, Kamil, Liaw, Andrew, Liu, Dingbin, Salomon, Carlos, Gulati, Karan, Lee, Ryan S. B., Huang, Baoxin and Ivanovski, Sašo (2026). Nano-engineered titanium implants loaded with gingival fibroblasts-derived microvesicles enhance early osseointegration and soft tissue attachment in vivo. Advanced Healthcare Materials e04516. doi: 10.1002/adhm.202504516
[Nano-engineered titanium implants loaded with gingival fibroblasts-derived microvesicles enhance early osseointegration and soft tissue attachment in vivo](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:8fb078e)
2026
Journal Article
##### Nanoparticle Porosity Modulates Protein Corona Formation and Macrophage Uptake in Synovial Fluid
Wen, Juan, Lei, Chang, Hua, Shu, Dai, Huan, Liu, Siyuan, Xu, Tian, Hosseinpour, Sepanta, Ivanovski, Sašo and Xu, Chun (2026). Nanoparticle Porosity Modulates Protein Corona Formation and Macrophage Uptake in Synovial Fluid. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces acsami.5c17246. doi: 10.1021/acsami.5c17246
[Nanoparticle Porosity Modulates Protein Corona Formation and Macrophage Uptake in Synovial Fluid](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:4e8373a)
2026
Journal Article
##### Salivary large extracellular vesicle associated bacterial DNA reflects periodontal disease status and non-surgical periodontal therapy response
Ning, Yang, Ramachandra, Srinivas Sulugodu, Bennett, Nigel, Ivanovski, Sašo and Han, Pingping (2026). Salivary large extracellular vesicle associated bacterial DNA reflects periodontal disease status and non-surgical periodontal therapy response. Dental Research, 1 (1) 100006, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.dtrs.2025.100006
[Salivary large extracellular vesicle associated bacterial DNA reflects periodontal disease status and non-surgical periodontal therapy response](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:3ed00a3)
2025
Journal Article
##### Long Term Clinical and Aesthetic Outcomes of Implants Placed With Immediate and Early Protocol in the Anterior Maxilla: A Systematic Review
Briggs, Thomas, Arora, Himanshu and Ivanovski, Saso (2025). Long Term Clinical and Aesthetic Outcomes of Implants Placed With Immediate and Early Protocol in the Anterior Maxilla: A Systematic Review. Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry jerd.70085. doi: 10.1111/jerd.70085
[Long Term Clinical and Aesthetic Outcomes of Implants Placed With Immediate and Early Protocol in the Anterior Maxilla: A Systematic Review](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:d6b3fae)
2025
Journal Article
##### Synergistic potentials of small extracellular vesicles, biomaterials, and 3D bioprinting in periodontal regeneration: a scoping review
Zhang, Chenyi, Liu, Chun, Liaw, Andrew, Ivanovski, Sašo and Han, Pingping (2025). Synergistic potentials of small extracellular vesicles, biomaterials, and 3D bioprinting in periodontal regeneration: a scoping review. Extracellular Vesicles and Circulating Nucleic Acids, 6 (4), 954-981. doi: 10.20517/evcna.2025.107
[Synergistic potentials of small extracellular vesicles, biomaterials, and 3D bioprinting in periodontal regeneration: a scoping review](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:78792aa)
2025
Journal Article
##### Nanoparticles decorated nanotubes: advanced local therapies from anodized nanoengineered titanium implants
Chopra, Divya, Zhang, Liwen, Guo, Tianqi, Ivanovski, Sašo, Qiao, Ruirui and Gulati, Karan (2025). Nanoparticles decorated nanotubes: advanced local therapies from anodized nanoengineered titanium implants. Advanced Functional Materials, 35 (50) e10739, 1-35. doi: 10.1002/adfm.202510739
[Nanoparticles decorated nanotubes: advanced local therapies from anodized nanoengineered titanium implants](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:a2476e1)
2025
Journal Article
##### Bioengineered mPCL scaffolds with LiCl-stimulated hPDLCs cell sheets for enhanced periodontal regeneration
Han, Pingping, Dan, Hongxia, Vaquette, Cedryck, Liaw, Andrew, Zhou, Yinghong and Ivanovski, Sašo (2025). Bioengineered mPCL scaffolds with LiCl-stimulated hPDLCs cell sheets for enhanced periodontal regeneration. Clinical Oral Investigations, 29 (12) 587, 1-15. doi: 10.1007/s00784-025-06667-w
[Bioengineered mPCL scaffolds with LiCl-stimulated hPDLCs cell sheets for enhanced periodontal regeneration](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:e707edb)
2025
Journal Article
##### Micro, nano and gallium: bioactive and bactericidal gallium-eluting nano-engineered zirconia implants
Chopra, Divya, Jayasree, Anjana, Guo, Tianqi, Verron, Elise, Ivanovski, Sašo and Gulati, Karan (2025). Micro, nano and gallium: bioactive and bactericidal gallium-eluting nano-engineered zirconia implants. Chemical Engineering Journal, 523 168628, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.cej.2025.168628
[Micro, nano and gallium: bioactive and bactericidal gallium-eluting nano-engineered zirconia implants](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:b151c70)
2025
Journal Article
##### Effect of periodontal therapy on salivary extracellular vesicle cargos: an exploratory study
Wang, Jenny, Liu, Chun, Lai, Andrew, Salomon, Carlos, Lee, Ryan S. B., Ivanovski, Sašo and Han, Pingping (2025). Effect of periodontal therapy on salivary extracellular vesicle cargos: an exploratory study. Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 53 (2) jcpe.70051, 232-243. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.70051
[Effect of periodontal therapy on salivary extracellular vesicle cargos: an exploratory study](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:32e4b1e)
2025
Journal Article
##### A survey of Australian consumers' and dentists’ perceptions of saliva as a biofluid for periodontitis diagnosis
Sun, Ruiyi, Amidi, Sarina, Yee, Jia Ying, Liaw, Andrew, Hosseinpour, Sepanta, Ivanovski, Sašo, Kocak Oztug, Necla Asli and Han, Pingping (2025). A survey of Australian consumers' and dentists’ perceptions of saliva as a biofluid for periodontitis diagnosis. BMC Oral Health, 25 (1) 1672, 1672. doi: 10.1186/s12903-025-07062-3
[A survey of Australian consumers' and dentists’ perceptions of saliva as a biofluid for periodontitis diagnosis](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:2d96ff1)
2025
Journal Article
##### Surface modification of polycaprolactone with sulfated alginate for enhanced binding of a heparin-binding protein
Mutch, Alexandra L., Yang, Jiankun, Anitha, A., Ivanovski, Sašo, van de Weert, Marco and Grøndahl, Lisbeth (2025). Surface modification of polycaprolactone with sulfated alginate for enhanced binding of a heparin-binding protein. Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 13 (38), 12257-12275. doi: 10.1039/d5tb01292a
[Surface modification of polycaprolactone with sulfated alginate for enhanced binding of a heparin-binding protein](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:5f18f10)
2025
Journal Article
##### Bioresorbable TPMS polymeric scaffolds for bone regeneration
Hatcher, Asiah, Brierly, Gary, Vaquette, Cedryck, Staples, Reuben, Breik, Omar, Ivanovski, Sašo, Batstone, Martin D. and Carluccio, Danilo (2025). Bioresorbable TPMS polymeric scaffolds for bone regeneration. Bioprinting, 50 e00433, e00433. doi: 10.1016/j.bprint.2025.e00433
[Bioresorbable TPMS polymeric scaffolds for bone regeneration](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:bbace36)
2025
Journal Article
##### Proteome and microbiome profiles of polymicrobial salivary biofilms on 3D MEW fibrous scaffolds: biomimetic ECM-inspired structures
Han, Pingping, Liu, Chun, Abdal-Hay, Abdala, Reed, Sarah, Liaw, Andrew, Wang, Jenny, Ning, Yang and Ivanovski, Sašo (2025). Proteome and microbiome profiles of polymicrobial salivary biofilms on 3D MEW fibrous scaffolds: biomimetic ECM-inspired structures. Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 13 (41), 13434-13445. doi: 10.1039/d5tb01410g
[Proteome and microbiome profiles of polymicrobial salivary biofilms on 3D MEW fibrous scaffolds: biomimetic ECM-inspired structures](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:89a04ec)
2025
Journal Article
##### The periodontal benefits of alveolar ridge augmentation with xenograft following third molar extraction: a randomised controlled trial
Quach, Su Sheng, Johnson, Nigel, Dudhia, Raahib, Puljich, Anthony, Ivanovski, Sašo and Lee, Ryan S. B. (2025). The periodontal benefits of alveolar ridge augmentation with xenograft following third molar extraction: a randomised controlled trial. Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 52 (10) jcpe.14205, 1419-1429. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.14205
[The periodontal benefits of alveolar ridge augmentation with xenograft following third molar extraction: a randomised controlled trial](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:87640fa)
2025
Journal Article
##### Short-term probiotic colonization alters molecular dynamics of 3D oral biofilms
Udawatte, Nadeeka S., Liu, Chun, Staples, Reuben, Han, Pingping, Kumar, Purnima S., Arumugam, Thiruma V., Ivanovski, Sašo and Seneviratne, Chaminda J. (2025). Short-term probiotic colonization alters molecular dynamics of 3D oral biofilms. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26 (13) 6403, 6403-13. doi: 10.3390/ijms26136403
[Short-term probiotic colonization alters molecular dynamics of 3D oral biofilms](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:cabb108)
2025
Journal Article
##### Association Between Salivary <i>Circular RNAs</i> Expression and Periodontal Disease Status
Han, Pingping, Jiao, Kexin, Bartold, Peter Mark, Liaw, Andrew, Wei, Wei and Ivanovski, Sašo (2025). Association Between Salivary Circular RNAs Expression and Periodontal Disease Status. Journal of Periodontal Research, 60 (10) jre.70004, 1053-1055. doi: 10.1111/jre.70004
[Association Between Salivary <i>Circular RNAs</i> Expression and Periodontal Disease Status](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:46ab859)
2025
Conference Publication
##### Multi-disciplinary clinical collaboration in modifying the Oral Health Assessment Tool
See, Lydia, Ludlow, Kristiana, Ha, Diep, Fung, Cheuk-Kee, Walsh, Laurence J., Pritchard, Lyndal, Zamora, Angelique, McNamara, Steven, Silveira Schuch, Helena, Lopez Silva, Claudia, Stormon, Nicole, Ferris, Laura, Walker, Nicole, Sexton, Christopher, Henry, Julie, Georgiou, Andrew, Nangle, Matthew, Ivanovski, Saso, Tuffaha, Haitham, Ramsey, Sarah, Head, Tamatha and Do, Loc (2025). Multi-disciplinary clinical collaboration in modifying the Oral Health Assessment Tool. International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research, Barcelona, Spain, 25-28 June 2025.
[Multi-disciplinary clinical collaboration in modifying the Oral Health Assessment Tool](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:a2049ca)
2025
Conference Publication
##### Co-designing M-OHAT: Modified Oral Health Assessment Tool for Age Care
Ludlow, Kristiana, Ferris, Laura, Walker, Nicole, See, Lydia, Zamora, Angelique, Pritchard, Lyndal, Silveira Schuch, Helena, Ha, Diep Hong, Stormon, Nicole, Walsh, Laurence J., Lopez Silva, Claudia, Sexton, Christopher, McNamara, Steven, Fung, Cheuk Kee C., Brodie, Alison, Henry, Julie, Nangle, Matthew, Georgiou, Andrew, Ivanovski, Saso, Tuffaha, Haitham, Ramsey, Sarah, Head, Tamatha and Do, Loc Giang (2025). Co-designing M-OHAT: Modified Oral Health Assessment Tool for Age Care. International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research, Barcelona, Spain, 25-28 June 2025.
[Co-designing M-OHAT: Modified Oral Health Assessment Tool for Age Care](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:42e7da5)
2025
Journal Article
##### Enhanced yield and proteomic profile of osteoblast-derived extracellular vesicles from 3D MEW mPCL scaffolds
Liu, Chun, Zhang, Chenyi, Hua, Shu, Salomon, Carlos, Ivanovski, Sašo and Han, Pingping (2025). Enhanced yield and proteomic profile of osteoblast-derived extracellular vesicles from 3D MEW mPCL scaffolds. Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 13 (26), 7785-7796. doi: 10.1039/d5tb00021a
[Enhanced yield and proteomic profile of osteoblast-derived extracellular vesicles from 3D MEW mPCL scaffolds](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:6338a88)
2025
Journal Article
##### Fabrication and characterization of a highly degradable 3D-printed composite scaffold
Selim, Mohamed, Mousa, Hamouda.M., Alhazaa, Abdulaziz, Bartnikowski, Michal, Kim, Yu-Kyoung, Ivanovski, Sašo and Abdal-hay, Abdalla (2025). Fabrication and characterization of a highly degradable 3D-printed composite scaffold. Materials Today Communications, 46 112764, 112764. doi: 10.1016/j.mtcomm.2025.112764
[Fabrication and characterization of a highly degradable 3D-printed composite scaffold](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:d54965b)
## Funding
### Current funding
- 2026 - 2027
In Vivo Evaluation of Precisely Engineered MEW-PCL Scaffolds for Gingival Tissue Thickening
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/71986)
- 2025 - 2027
Extracellular vesicles and metal particles in saliva and PICF for peri-implantitis: a human clinical study
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/64986)
- 2024 - 2027
Alveolar staged bone augmentation comparing 3D printed patient-specific polycaprolactone vs titanium mesh
Osteology Foundation - Joint Large Clinical Trials
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/68869)
- 2024 - 2026
A randomized controlled clinical pilot trial evaluating the efficacy of a custom 3D-printed resorbable polycaprolactone mesh versus a barrier membrane in guided bone regeneration
Oral Reconstruction Foundation Research Grant
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/62889)
- 2023 - 2026
Treg-derived extracellular vesicles reprogram local immune response for enhanced periodontal regeneration
Osteology Foundation Young/Advanced Researcher Grant
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/61007)
- 2023 - 2026
Understanding resorption patterns in vertically augmented bone
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/60187)
- 2023 - 2026
Immunoengineered Nanocomposite Surface Coatings towards Soft Tissue Regeneration
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/56672)
- 2023 - 2027
Oral Health in Aged Care: Addressing Oral Health Inequity and Unmet Dental Care Needs of Vulnerable Population
NHMRC MRFF Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/58321)
- 2021 - 2026
Resorbable metals, tissue biofabrication and dentistry - Joint Fellowship appointment
Metro North Hospital and Health Service
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49505)
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### Past funding
- 2024 - 2025
Development of novel cerium-doped ZIF-62 nanomaterials for advancing periodontitis management
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/64866)
- 2024 - 2026
Emerging Biodegradable Zn as Promising Biomaterials for Oral and Craniofacial Implant Applications
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/64868)
- 2024 - 2025
Exploring the role of bacterial extracellular vesicles from both saliva biofilm and saliva on Periodontitis pathogenesis
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/64870)
- 2023
A Phase 1b Randomised, Open-Label, Dose Comparison Study Examining the Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of KB001 Antibody Mediated Oral Clearance of Porphyromonas gingivalis in Periodontitis
Beyond Drug Development
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/60631)
- 2023
Assessing the level of adherence to the new developed work-based oral care bundles for critical care patients to ensure service quality
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/60466)
- 2023 - 2024
Human osteoblast cell-derived small extracellular vesicles for in vivo periodontal wound healing in a rat model
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/57825)
- 2022 - 2023
Assessing the level of adherence to current work-based guidelines in oral care for critical care patients to improve service quality
Metro North Hospital and Health Service
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/54087)
- 2022 - 2023
Osseo- and soft-tissue integration using treated periodontal implants in a sheep (BioMedTech Horizons funding through Anisop Holdings)
Anisop Holdings Pty Ltd
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/56465)
- 2022
Advice and feedback on development of a clinical research project: A Phase 1/2 Randomized, Double-blinded, Placebo-Controlled Study
Beyond Drug Development
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/54366)
- 2022 - 2024
Dual Micro-Nano Dental Abutments towards Enhanced Soft-Tissue Integration and Triggered Antibacterial Functions
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/52846)
- 2022 - 2023
3D bioprinting based tunable microRNAs delivery for bone tissue engineering
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/52691)
- 2022 - 2023
Longitudinal profile of salivary extracellular vesicles associated microRNA post-non-surgical periodontal therapy
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/52686)
- 2022 - 2024
Reprograming innate inflammatory response on dental implants towards advance osseointegration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/53411)
- 2021 - 2022
Clinical research study to evaluate the effect on gingival inflammation of a toothpaste containing vitamin D in patients with established dental plaque and gingivitis
Colgate-Palmolive Company
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/51147)
- 2021 - 2023
Small extracellular vesicles-loaded titanium nanopores for gingival peri-implant soft tissue barrier
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/50026)
- 2021 - 2023
3D bioprinted oral tissue models
Colgate-Palmolive Company
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49625)
- 2021 - 2022
Aerosol transmission model and protective strategies
ADIC Research Funding
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/47105)
- 2021 - 2023
The effects of enamel matrix derivative on human macrophage phenotypes and wound healing.
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/52086)
- 2021 - 2022
Human salivary circular RNAs profile in periodontal disease - a pilot study
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49047)
- 2021 - 2022
Multi-therapeutic extracellular matrix (ECM)-mimicking nanofibers on nano-engineered dental implants
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49027)
- 2021 - 2022
Non-surgical periodontal therapy with azithromycin: effects on the subgingival microbiome
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49076)
- 2021 - 2022
Optimizing titanium surface topography and chemistry towrds enhanced soft-tissue integration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49080)
- 2021 - 2022
Tailored release of BMP-2 from nanoporous titanium screws for augmenting osseointegration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49045)
- 2020 - 2022
Evaluation of a novel nanocomposite bioprinted scaffolds for bone tissue engineering
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/39226)
- 2020 - 2021
A comparison of various melt electrospinning fibre arrangements for the promotion of functional periodontal ligament attachment
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/39388)
- 2020 - 2021
A multiplex bead platform to identify small extracellular vesicle surfaces signatures in periodontitis
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/41021)
- 2020
Chairside isolation and application of buccal fat pad derived mesenchymal stem cells for dental tissue regeneration: Thinking beyond drills
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/41585)
- 2020 - 2021
Dual-action titanium abutments: Micro-nano scale topography and local protein release towards augmented soft-tissue integration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/39231)
- 2020 - 2021
Immunomodulatory properties of three different chairside autologous blood preparations for the functionalization of PCL-3D printed constructs
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/41128)
- 2020 - 2022
Injectable swelling hydrogels for soft tissue expansion
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/39227)
- 2020 - 2022
Sequential release of azithroycin from stimuli-responsive mesoporous bioactive glasses for application in periodontal regeneration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/41006)
- 2019 - 2024
Regenerative treatment of peri-implantitis using bone constructs with osteogenic, immunomodulatory and antimicrobial properties
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/38905)
- 2019 - 2020
Tissue integration and biodegradation of different biomaterial matrices with or without compression
University of Zurich
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/49506)
- 2019 - 2020
Immunogenicity and soft tissue repair potential of moderately rough hydrophilic zirconia surface
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/38892)
- 2019 - 2024
3D-printed customised Bio-Oss/Polydioxanone scaffold for vertical bone regeneration
Osteology Foundation Young/Advanced Researcher Grant
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/37924)
- 2019 - 2020
Nano-engineered titanium abutments for enhanced gingival fibroblast functions in vitro
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/37559)
- 2019 - 2020
A multiphasic hierarchical hydrogel bioprinted scaffold for periodontal regeneration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/37517)
- 2019 - 2021
Application of a commercially available xenograft impregnated with Azithromycin for peri-implantitis treatment
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/37426)
- 2019 - 2022
Promoting periodontal regeneration through lithium-regulated immunomodulation and osteogenesis
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/37502)
- 2019
The effect of E-cigarette use on clinical parameters and inflammatory biomarkers of non-periodontitis patients in response to routine scaling and cleaning
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/37567)
- 2018 - 2019
Nano-Engineered Titanium Dental Implants for Enhanced Osteogenesis
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/34138)
- 2017 - 2018
Evaluation of tissue engineered decellularised biphasic constructs for periodontal regeneration
NHMRC Project Grant
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/33278)
- 2017 - 2018
The effect of zirconium dioxide implant surface characteristics on the early osseointegration and osseous healing in diabetes
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/35018)
- 2008
Expression of cementum proteins by Epithelial rest cells of Malassez.
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/19731)
- 2007
Expression of osteogenic markers and angiogenic factors in bone regeneration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/8797)
- 2007
Role of inflammatory mediators during wound healing of the oral mucosa
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/8798)
- 2006
Gene Expression Profiles In Chronic Periodontits Patients with Type-2 Diabetes
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7597)
- 2006 - 2009
The Effect of Periodontal Treatment in Type-2 Diabetes
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7596)
- 2006 - 2009
The role of insulin growth factor binding proteins (GFBPs) in periodontal cell function
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/8397)
- 2006 - 2008
Transcriptional regulation of periodontal cell phenotype
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/8569)
- 2005 - 2006
Effect of tissue origin on cell differentiation following exposure to titanium
International Team for Implantology Foundation
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7821)
- 2005 - 2009
Identification of cementoblast-specific gene expression
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7007)
- 2005 - 2009
Identification of progenitor cells within cultures of human regenerating periodontal cells
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7008)
- 2005
Th1/Th2 cytokine immune responses to Porphyromonas gingivalis in a mouse model
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7004)
- 2005
The Effect Of Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma On The Proliferation And Differentiation Of Periodontal Ligament And Alveolar Bone Derived Cells
Australian Periodontology Research Foundation, The
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/6442)
- 2005 - 2008
The role of growth hormone in bone regeneration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7009)
- 2004 - 2005
Confirmation of Protein Expression Encoded by Transcripts that are Differentially Expressed in Periodontal Regeneration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/7965)
- 2004
Genetic Programs Involved In Periodontal Regeneration
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/6396)
- 2004 - 2009
Growth Factor Modulation Of Mineralized Tissue Marker Expression By Cloned Regenerative Human Periodontal Fibroblasts
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/6397)
- 2004 - 2005
Identification Of Periodontal Tissue-Specific Genetic Pathways
UQ New Staff Research Start-Up Fund
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/44535)
- 2004
The Immune Response to Porphyromonas gingivalis In The Periodontal Tissues of Cytokine Specific Knockout Mice
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/6845)
- 2004
The Role Of iNOS in Porphyromonas gingivalis induced alveolar bone loss
Australian Dental Research Fund Inc
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/6398)
- 2003 - 2006
NHMRC HEALTH PROFESSIONAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: Characterization of the genetic pathways involved in the differentiation of the regenerative phenotype of periodontal fibroblasts
NHMRC Health Professional Research Fellowship
[Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/18699)
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## Supervision
### Availability
Professor Saso Ivanovski is:
: Available for supervision
Looking for a supervisor? Read our advice on [how to choose a supervisor](https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/how-to-choose-a-supervisor).
### Supervision history
#### Current supervision
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Melt electrowritten (MEW) fibrous scaffold for oral soft tissue augmentation.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Ryan Lee](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/19663), [Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589), [Dr Reuben Staples](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/32789)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Uncovering The Molecular Mechanisms Of How Cells Function On Various Commercial Titanium Surfaces
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Zn Based Biodegradable Metals for Biomedical Application
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Professor Matthew Dargusch](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/393), [Dr Abdalla Ali](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/23010)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### 3D bioprinting of an Oral mucosal model
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Reuben Staples](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/32789), [Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Regulation of macrophage through nano-bio interaction using nano-engineering techniques
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Sepanta Hosseinpour](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/29751)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Bioresorbable metals as an alternative to titanium for intraoperative vessel ligation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Professor Matthew Dargusch](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/393), [Dr Jeffrey Venezuela](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/21512), [Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589), [Dr Abdalla Ali](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/23010)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Biomarkers for peri- implantitis diagnosis and treatment monitoring
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- Master Philosophy
##### Assessment of mandibular bone deposition over a subperiosteal implant: conversion of a subperiosteal implant into an endosteal implant
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Novel holobiont modulation strategy in oral microbiome disease modulation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Jaya Seneviratne](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/33832)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Novel nanomaterials of cerium-doped ZIF-62 for periodontal tissue regeneration
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Yinghong Zhou](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/33669)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Surface-modified nanoparticles-based nature products delivery system for oral biofilm treatment
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Jaya Seneviratne](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/33832)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Evaluation of the impact of denture design and construction material on mucosal pressure distribution in implant-retained partial dentures
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Himanshu Arora](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/24845)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### The emerging role of microbial extracellular vesicles in periodontitis
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Jaya Seneviratne](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/33832), [Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Development of Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks for Inflammatory Immunomodulation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Professor Chengzhong Yu](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/1488)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Improving the Survival of Cylindrical Stud Attachment retained Complete Overdentures
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Abdalla Ali](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/23010), [Associate Professor Ryan Lee](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/19663)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Single Cell Force Signature of Nano-Engineered Implants
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Karan Gulati](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20106)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Stem cell derived exosomes for periodontal regeneration
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### The dental-systemic interface and respiratory infections in Intensive Care Unit
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Helena Schuch](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/35787), [Dr Jessica Ingleman](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/46309), [Emeritus Professor Laurence Walsh](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/261)
- Master Philosophy
##### Proteomic profiles for healthy salivary biofilm grown on 2D TCP and 3D mPCL scaffolds
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Jaya Seneviratne](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/33832), [Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Biomimetic nanoplatform enhances bone regeneration through immunomodulation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731), [Dr Yinghong Zhou](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/33669)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Design and manufacturing a novel Zinc biodegradable medical device
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Professor Matthew Dargusch](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/393)
- Doctor Philosophy
##### Periodontal pathogenic bacterial enzymes as a potential diagnostic marker for the development of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731), [Associate Professor Ryan Lee](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/19663)
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#### Completed supervision
- 2025
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Optimizing Implant Nano-Texturing Towards Bioactivity and Antibacterial Functions](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:2b2d0ac)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- 2023
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Injectable hydrogels for orodental reconstruction](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:ae891d5)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- 2022
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Effect of azithromycin on oral biofilms and as an adjunct to the non-surgical treatment of periodontitis.](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:b9fe031)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Ryan Lee](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/19663), [Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- 2021
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Vertical bone augmentation using functionalised 3D printed polymer constructs](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:a63e083)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- 2021
Doctor Philosophy
##### [A multiphasic hierarchical 3D bioprinted hydrogel scaffold for periodontal regeneration](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:c23c6ed)
Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- 2024
Master Philosophy
##### [The osteogenic capability of 3D bioprinted osteoblast-derived extracellular vesicles](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:08ba9bb)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731)
- 2023
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Nano-Engineered Titanium Dental Implants for Tailored Therapy and Bioactivity](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:88107e7)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Karan Gulati](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20106)
- 2023
Doctor Philosophy
##### Development of a 3D printed bone-ligament-bone construct for scapholunate interosseous ligament reconstruction
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- 2023
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Fabrication Optimization of Bioactive Nano-Engineered Titanium Dental Implants](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:e5e06cc)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Pingping Han](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/11731), [Dr Karan Gulati](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20106)
- 2022
Doctor Philosophy
##### [The Controlled Manufacturing of Fibre-guiding Scaffolds for Promoting Functional Periodontal Ligament Attachment](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:0c1b929)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- 2022
Master Philosophy
##### [The effects of bioinspired titanium nanostructure on gingival fibroblasts and oral biofilm](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:62f36c9)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Associate Professor Ryan Lee](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/19663)
- 2020
Master Philosophy
##### [Vertical bone augmentation: observing extra-skeletal bone formation and resorption patterns in animal models](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:21ec3f3)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Dr Cedryck Vaquette](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/20589)
- 2011
Doctor Philosophy
##### [Wound healing phenotype of oral mucosal wounds in Interleukin-12/-23 deficient mice.](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:259603)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
[Emeritus Professor Laurence Walsh](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/261)
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## External profiles
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