JSS Dental College and Hospital proudly announces the successful completion of ICMR Short Term Studentship (STS) 2024 projects by its 3rd year BDS students under the Department of Health Research, Government of India.

Mr. Katari Job Sushanth completed the project titled “Antibacterial efficacy of Alpinia officinarum extracts vs. commercial mouthwash: An in vitro comparison against oral pathogens” (Ref ID: STS2024-3Y-06071) under the guidance of Dr. Brinda Suhas Godhi, Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry

Ms. Shekainah Thomas completed the project titled “Home remedies and alternate medicine: Effectiveness, influences, and barriers – Perspectives of type II diabetic patients and treating physicians: A cross-sectional survey” (Ref ID: STS2024-3Y-02016) under the guidance of Dr. Priyanka Talwade, Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry

These achievements highlight the students’ research aptitude, scientific rigor, and commitment to evidence-based dental practice. Participation in the ICMR-STS program enhances analytical skills while contributing valuable insights to clinical and public health research

Heartiest congratulations to the students and their mentors on this commendable accomplishment