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Ilze Maldupa is an Assistant Professor and Leading Researcher at the Department of Dental Therapy and Oral Health, Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU), Latvia. She holds a dental degree (2007) and a PhD (2013) from RSU, and a part-time appointment as a guest lecturer at the University of Southern Chile and University of Valparaiso. Her research focuses on pediatric dentistry, cariology, public health, and evidence-based practices, emphasizing minimally invasive treatments for early childhood caries and sustainable healthcare systems.
- Education: Dental Medicine (2007, RSU), PhD in Public Health (2013, RSU), General Dentistry (2022, University of Chile).
- Affiliations: Editor for BMC Oral Health and Dental Traumatology; active member of ORCA, IAPD, IADR, and EADPH.
Her work addresses oral health disparities and promotes child-friendly dental practices. Recent projects include economic evaluations of caries interventions and AI integration in dental education. She has received travel awards (2010, 2022) and collaborates globally on initiatives like the PERFORM study.
Grants and collaborations include projects on health behavior strategies, implementation science, and AI-driven diagnostics. Her research bridges clinical practice and policy, with a focus on sustainable oral healthcare systems.
