James Hartsfield

James Hartsfield is an Adjunct Professor at the Dental School of The University of Western Australia and holds the E. Preston Hicks Endowed Professorship at the University of Kentucky since 2008. His expertise spans craniofacial genetics, orthodontics, and surgical outcomes, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and health.

Education:

• PhD in Medical Sciences (University of South Florida, 1993)
• MMSc in Oral Biology (Harvard University, 1987)
• DMD in Dental Medicine (Medical University of South Carolina, 1981)
• Bachelor of Science in Biology (University of South Carolina, 1977)

Research Focus: Dr. Hartsfield investigates genetic determinants of craniofacial disorders, orthodontic surgical techniques, and bone remodeling. His work bridges clinical practice and genetic research, addressing conditions like cleft palate and tooth resorption. Recent projects include evaluating surgical precision using CAD-CAM tools and analyzing genetic associations in Arab populations.

Grants & Collaborations:

• Principal Investigator on a Johnson & Johnson-funded project (2019–2021) assessing mandibular surgery accuracy via customized surgical guides.
• Active collaborations in orthodontics, genetics, and surgical innovation across multiple institutions.

Awards:

• E. Preston Hicks Endowed Professorship (University of Kentucky)
• High citation impact with 3,468 citations and an h-index of 33 (Scopus).