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Professional Information
I am Claudia Brizuela, a full professor at the Faculty of Dentistry and Director of Research and Doctoral Studies at the University of the Andes.
With 20 years of experience in research, teaching, and academic leadership, my career has focused on driving innovation in dentistry through key areas such as dental regeneration, oral biomarkers, and artificial intelligence applied to dentistry. I have led multiple research projects funded by Fondecyt and FONDEF, developing new solutions for diagnosing and treating dental diseases.
My work on pulp regeneration aims to restore the vitality of damaged teeth, offering innovative alternatives to traditional treatments. Additionally, I research how biomarkers in dental fluids can enable more personalized and less invasive diagnostics. In parallel, I explore the use of artificial intelligence to transform dental treatments, making them faster, more precise, and tailored to each patient. Throughout my career, I have mentored new generations of researchers, supervised undergraduate and postgraduate theses, and collaborated on international scientific committees.
My mission is to continue advancing modern dentistry to improve people's quality of life through accessible and personalized solutions.
Teaching
Throughout my academic career, I have demonstrated outstanding performance in university teaching, particularly at Universidad de los Andes (UANDES). At this institution, I created and directed the Endodontics specialization program, which I led for 11 years, establishing it as a benchmark in specialist training. During this period, I designed an innovative curriculum that integrated advanced clinical practice and research, promoting comprehensive and excellent education.
I have taught undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate courses, and I am a member of the permanent faculty of the Doctorate in Dental Sciences. Additionally, I have contributed to the design and teaching of the Endodontics Diploma, focusing on areas such as Endodontics, Regenerative Dentistry, and the application of Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry. My teaching philosophy is based on active learning, integrating theory and clinical practice to foster critical and independent thinking in students.
I have also supervised theses, led practical workshops, and participated as a guest lecturer at other institutions, showcasing my ability to adapt content to diverse educational contexts. These experiences have enriched my teaching practice and expanded my impact on academic training, consolidating my commitment to educational excellence.
Research interests
My research interests focus on the field of dental regeneration, with a specific emphasis on pulp regeneration. I have worked on projects exploring the development of advanced biomaterials, such as polymeric matrices and functional scaffolds, to promote dental tissue regeneration. This approach combines tissue engineering strategies and cell biology to develop innovative therapies for clinical application.
Additionally, I am interested in the study of dental biomarkers, particularly those present in dentinal fluid and related tissues. These biomarkers have the potential to revolutionize diagnosis and prognosis in dentistry, enabling a more personalized and precise approach to dental treatment.
More recently, I have incorporated Artificial Intelligence (AI) into my research lines, leveraging this technology to optimize image analysis, predict clinical outcomes, and enhance decision-making in regenerative dentistry. My goal is to integrate these areas to develop tools and therapies that transform dental practice, benefiting both patients and healthcare professionals.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Doctor in Health Sciences, Universidad Internacional de Cataluña
… → 2018
Master, Master in Education, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
… → 2013
Dental Specialty Degree, Specialist in Endodontics, Universidad de Concepción
… → 1994
University Degree, Dental Surgeon, Universidad de Concepción
… → 1990
External positions
Peer Reviewer for the National Accreditation Commission
Keywords
- RK Dentistry
- Q Science (General)
Proceso de habilitación doctoral
- HABILITACIÓN I-2023
Open Keywords
- Dental Regeneration
- Dental Biomarkers
- Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry
Research Lines
- Research Lines
- Regeneration
- Biomarkers
- Artificial Intelligence
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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FONDEF IDEA I+D 2023 - 23I10325: Desarrollo de un producto alogénico basado en un hidrogel bioactivo con nanovesículas extracelulares y su validación como tratamiento endodóntico regenerativo
Cuenca, J. (Principal Investigator), Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Alternate Director), Khoury, M. (Co-Investigator), Alcayaga-Miranda, F. (Co-Investigator), Canedo Marroquin, G. (Co-Investigator) & González-Arriagada, W. A. (Co-Investigator)
National Agency for Research and Development (ANID)
15/06/23 → 15/06/25
Project: Research
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FONDECYT INICIACIÓN - 11230101: BIOMARKERS IN DENTINAL FLUID AS NOVEL SIDE-DIAGNOSTIC FOR PULPITIS STAGES AND OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE VITAL PULP THERAPY
Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Principal Investigator)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo (ANID)
15/03/23 → 14/03/26
Project: Research
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Determinación no invasiva de biomarcadores moleculares para el diagnóstico temprano de patología pulpar
Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Principal Investigator)
1/03/17 → 31/12/17
Project: Research
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Regeneración Naturalmente Guiada basada en L-PRF
Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Principal Investigator) & Pinto Carrasco, N. R. I. (Principal Investigator)
12/06/15 → 11/06/17
Project: Research
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Desarrollo de una Innovadora estrategia terapéutica basada en la utilización de un nuevo producto celular para la regeneración de pulpa dentaria humana
Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Principal Investigator)
5/12/14 → 5/12/18
Project: Research
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Orthodontic movement after regenerative endodontic procedure in mature permanent tooth associated with dens invaginatus: a case report with 4-year follow-up
Martínez, I., Oyonarte, R., Concha, G. & Brizuela, C., Dec 2024, In: BMC Oral Health. 24, 1, 969.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Proteomic Analysis of Salivary Extracellular Vesicles from COVID-19 Patients Reveals a Specific Anti-COVID-19 Response Protein Signature
Weber, L., Torres, A., Realini, O., Bendek, M. J., Mizgier, M. L., Brizuela, C., Herrera, D., González, F. E. & Chaparro, A., Apr 2024, In: International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 25, 7, p. 1-20 20 p., 3704.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access3 Scopus citations -
Revolutionizing Endodontics: Innovative Approaches for Treating Mature Teeth With Closed Apices and Apical Lesions: A Report of Two Cases
Brizuela, C., Meza, G. & Khoury, M., May 2024, In: Journal of Endodontics. 50, 5, p. 596-601 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
3 Scopus citations -
Effect of Dentin Conditioning with EDTA and Diode Lasers on Expression of Odontoblast-like Cell Markers of Dental Pulp Stem Cells
Martín, G., Preve, V., Hargreaves, K., Diogenes, A., Inostroza, C., Saint-Jean, N. & Brizuela, C., 4 Sep 2023, In: Dentistry Journal. 11, 9, p. 1-10 10 p., 210.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access1 Scopus citations -
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-Cov-2) infection in household contacts and related factors during the first and second waves of the COVID-19 pandemic in Chile: a longitudinal cohort study
Urquidi, C., Rebolledo, V., Chaparro, A., Gonzalez, I., Delgado, F., Realini, O., Valenzuela, M., Ventura, M., Brizuela Cordero, D., Reyes-López, F. & Sandino, A., 2023, In: Population Medicine. 5, p. 131 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access
Prizes
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Premio William J. Gies de Investigación Clínica 2021 AADR / IADR
Brizuela, C. (Recipient), 26 Jul 2021
Prize
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SEGUNDO LUGAR: Terapia asistida por animales en endodoncia: Reporte de un caso
Brizuela Cordero, Doctorado, C. (Recipient), 30 Oct 2018
Prize
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SEGUNDO LUGAR : Terapia asistida por animales en endodoncia: Reporte de un caso Revista N° 38: Páginas 34-41
Brizuela Cordero, Doctorado, C. (Recipient), 16 Jun 2018
Prize: Other distinction
Activities
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Endodoncia Regenerativa: ¿hacia dónde vamos?
Brizuela Cordero, C. (Speaker)
25 Sep 2021Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Ingeniería Tisular
Brizuela Cordero, C. (Speaker)
29 Jul 2021Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Endodoncia Regenerativa: ¿hacia dónde vamos?
Brizuela Cordero, C. (Speaker)
20 Aug 2020Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
Press/Media
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Innovador proyecto de regeneración de la pulpa dental busca darle vitalidad a los dientes
28/09/21
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Vinculación con el medio a través de medios de comunicación social
Impacts
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Proyecto: Sumando Sonrisas
Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Participant) & Ortuño Borroto, D. R. (Participant)
Impact: Social impacts
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Relleno biológico en base a una matriz y células madres incorporadas.
Brizuela Cordero, C. I. (Participant)
Impact: Social impacts, Quality of life impacts