Manal Hamdan

Manal Hamdan is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Predoctoral Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology at Marquette University School of Dentistry, affiliated with the Surgical & Diagnostic Sciences department. She specializes in AI applications in dentistry, digital dentistry, and advanced radiology techniques.

Education:

• D.D.S., 2015, University of Jordan
• M.S., 2021, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

Her research focuses on Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry, including AI-driven diagnostics, digital imaging, and CBCT applications. She leads innovations in Digital Dentistry pedagogy and radiology education.

Recent publications highlight her work in AI-assisted dental diagnostics, oral surgery techniques, and ethical frameworks for AI in clinical settings. Key areas include caries detection, implant planning, and radiology training tools.

Scientific Awards:

• Albert G. Richards Graduate Student Research Award (AAOMR, 2020)
• Best Research Poster Award (AAOMR, 2020)
• Elsie and Baxter Sapp Fellowship (2018)
• Ann and G. Randolph Babcock Fellowship (2015)
• Academic Excellence Award (University of Jordan, 2015)

Dr. Hamdan has secured grants totaling $72,500, including funding for digital dentistry curriculum enhancement and AI research tools. She is actively involved in peer-reviewed publications and holds certifications from the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology.