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Erasmus student conducts LC-MS analyses at NIOM
Through the Erasmus program and a close collaboration between NIOM and the Department of Biomaterials, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo (UiO), chemistry student Maria Maniati is carrying out a...
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2025 in perspective – a season’s greeting from NIOM’s CEO
NIOM CEO, Per Vult von Steyern, reflects on 2025 and how some of the highlights from this year illustrates stronger capacity, broader relevance, and greater impact for NIOM.
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NIOM opens dental clinic for research and studies of adverse reactions
NIOM has established a clinic room to strengthen the institute's research on dental biomaterials and to make it easier for patients with suspected adverse reactions to be examined in both Oslo and Ber...
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New webinar: Minimally Invasive Caries Treatment in Practice
In this webinar Professor and dentist Aida Mulic gives a lecture on modern cariological assessments, emphasizing prevention, risk assessment, and minimally invasive treatment.
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NIOM webinar: Chlorhexidine and the oral microbiome
Scientist Maria Pain presents how chlorhexidine mouthrinses influence the oral microbiome.
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Oliver Holthe from NIOM receives his certificate
Oliver Holthe, who joined NIOM in August, has officially completed his vocational training as a precision mechanic.
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Monomer release in saliva after bonding orthodontic brackets
Researchers have measured substances from bonding materials in patient saliva at different time points.
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New research: Resin materials for 3D-printing and milling of indirect restorations
NIOM researchers have evaluated two liquid resins and a milled material for chemical release in an artificial saliva model.
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Ledig stilling: Forskningsleder til Bivirkningsgruppen NIOM i Bergen
Vil du lede forskning som styrker pasientsikkerheten i Norden? Vi ser etter deg som brenner for forskning, pasientutredning og kunnskapsformidling og som har et sterkt ønske om å bidra til tryggere og...
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Penetration depth and enamel hardness in MIH-affected molars treated with resin infiltrate and fissure sealant
Researchers from NIOM have investigated and compared interaction of two minimally invasive materials with enamel in molar-incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) diagnosed teeth.
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Engineer with long NIOM experience takes on quality leadership
Inger Sofie Dragland has been part of NIOM for more than 30 years. This year she became the institute’s new Quality Manager – a role that builds on decades of practical experience from testing, labora...
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Risk indicators for root caries and quality of life for older adult
Study links root caries to reduced oral health quality of life and identifies key risk factors.
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Impairment of lysosomal activity by nicotine in oral epithelial cells
Researchers have investigated the impact of nicotine on lysosomes and autophagy in human tongue cells and here you can read more about the project and some of the findings.
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NIOM webinar: Oral biomaterials and patient safety
Senior scientist Jan Tore Samuelsen explains how laboratory research and testing methods are used to evaluate the safety of dental biomaterials.
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Connecting clinical practice and research at NIOM
Is it possible being both a practitioner and a scientist at the same time? Meet NIOM researcher and dentist Mina Aker Sagen, who combines both patient care and material studies.
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Visiting scientist at NIOM focusing on metabolomics in oral cells
Oscar Daniel Rangel Huerta will spend three months at NIOM developing a pipeline for metabolomics analysis in oral cells.
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Reactions between thiols and dental methacrylates studied in detail
Researchers have mapped how common dental methacrylate monomers react with thiol-containing biomolecules like cysteine and glutathione.
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NIOMs Aida Mulic contributes to new book on erosive tooth wear
Professor Aida Mulic, senior researcher at NIOM, has contributed to the recently published book Erosive Tooth Wear: From Diagnosis to Therapy, which provides a comprehensive overview of current data o...
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NIOM webinar: Biological effects of dental adhesive systems
Senior scientist and dentist Frode Staxrud presents how adhesive systems are used in modern dentistry – and the risks their components may pose for patients and dental personnel.
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Former visiting scientist publishes new research using NIOM methodology
Study identifies TrkA as an effector of a bacterial signaling molecule c-di-AMP involved in the regulation of potassium homeostasis.
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Microplastics and immune responses
Visiting researcher recently completed her stay as a visiting scientist at the Nordic Institute of Dental Materials (NIOM). During her five-month project, she investigated whether microplastics from d...
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The Dental Biomaterials Adverse Reaction Unit joins NIOM
A strengthened collaboration for safer dental materials across the Nordic region.
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Improving reliability and efficiency in dental materials testing
At NIOM, we recognize that accurate and precise test results rely on a solid foundation. That’s why we are continuously innovating and investing in state-of-the-art specimen preparation equipment.
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Visiting researcher at NIOM exploring materials for bone regeneration
Saara Sirkiä from Finland is spending six months at NIOM to investigate hydrogels with inorganic particles for use as bone filling materials in dentistry.
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Detection and quantification of bacterial cyclic dinucleotides with UHPLC-MS/MS
Researchers have optimized a mass spectrometry-based method to separate and measure signaling molecules in bacteria, enabling better understanding of microbial communication and biochemical pathways.
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Tracing old composites for forensic clues
Dental students Embla Victoria Eggum and Rebekka Rún Scheving have completed a Master thesis on historical composite materials used in Norway, with great support from NIOM.
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Visiting scientist at NIOM focusing on bioactive materials in endodontics
For the next 6 months, visiting researcher Ikram Salim will explore how bioactive materials interact with dental tissues to improve endodontic treatments.
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Want to become a visiting scientist at NIOM in 2026?
NIOM now invites applications for its Visiting Scientist Programme in 2026.
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EFSA Re-evaluates Sweetener Acesulfame K (E 950)
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has recently re-evaluated the safety of acesulfame K (E 950), a widely used artificial sweetener. This assessment aims to ensure the continued safety of this ...
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New research: Bond strength between composite resin and porcelain with different treatments
Researchers have tested surface treatments and adhesives for improved dental repair outcomes by choosing the right surface treatment and bonding method.