Faculty of Health Sciences - News

A recent global survey of 156 institutions reveals strong interest in VR-haptic technology for dental training, yet significant barriers impede widespread adoption.

Thanks to the rapid development of imaging methods, diseases can now be detected and diagnosed earlier and more accurately than ever before.

A total of 11 professors from the university’s four faculties will give their inaugural lecture.

Based on the results of this thesis, infection prevention is vital throughout the AD disease process.

Researchers discovered a substance that can stop pathogens from invading cells.

The use of virtual reality haptic simulators can enhance skill acquisition and reduce stress among dental students during preclinical endodontic training, according to a new study.

“Music can evoke memories in people with Alzheimer’s disease, even if the disease is already well advanced,” says Dian Permatasari Suwandi, who has also organised music sessions for the elderly in Kuopio.

The awarded study examined the association between Life’s Essential 8 (LE8)—a set of eight key health behaviours and factors—and the risk of cardiovascular mortality and all-cause mortality. 

A new CT-scan based risk score facilitates the identification of patients at risk of revision endoscopic sinus surgery due to chronic rhinosinusitis. This allows for early prediction of disease progression and treatment planning.

Professor Tarja Malm’s research group takes part in a research project coordinated by the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service, with the aim of building models that accelerate and enhance Finnish medical research.