In this interview, Joanne Bowles, Vice-Dean for Learning and Senior Lecturer in Dental Therapy at the University of Liverpool, discusses the challenges and opportunities facing dental and oral health research.
With over 25 years of experience in dentistry and a leadership role in dental education, Joanne brings valuable insight into the development of dental professionals, the role of dental therapists and the importance of preparing a skilled, sustainable dental workforce. The conversation explores the findings and recommendations of Clinical Researchers in the UK: Reversing the Decline, a report led by the Office for the Strategic Coordination of Health Research (OSCHR), which examines how to address the decline in the UK’s clinical research workforce and strengthen research capacity.
