Alex Cresswell-Boyes

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Dr Alex Cresswell-Boyes

Lecturer in Oral Sciences
Peninsula Dental School (Faculty of Health)

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The Global 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. Alex's work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

Goal 03: SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-beingGoal 04: SDG 4 - Quality Education

About Alex

Alex joined the University of Plymouth in 2023 as a Lecturer in Oral Sciences, specialising in instructing students across Years 1 to 3 who are pursuing a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Dental Therapy & Hygiene (BDTH), and the Foundation year for Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (BMS). Alex's primary teaching areas encompass dental materials and research methodologies. Moreover, Alex serves as the lead for Student Voice and Feedback within the Peninsula Dental School, catering specifically to BDS and BDTH students.

Alex's academic journey began with the completion of a BSc in Medical Sciences & Humanities, followed by the attainment of an MSc in Nanomedicine, both of which were obtained at Swansea University. In 2016, Alex embarked on a doctoral program under the guidance of Prof. Graham Davis at Queen Mary University of London. During this period, Alex's research efforts were focused on the development of biomimetic 3D-printed teeth, aimed at enhancing dental education.

Teaching

Alex's current role at the University involves teaching students across various levels of their academic journey. For students pursuing a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), a Bachelor of Dental Therapy & Hygiene (BDTH), and those in the Foundation Year for Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (BMS), Alex is actively involved as an academic tutor for BDS and BMS students.

Within these roles, Alex's teaching interests are diverse and encompass subjects like Dental Materials, Research Design & Methods, Dental Hard Tissues, Mechanical Properties, and Regenerative Medicine.

Moreover, Alex extends his expertise beyond the University of Plymouth. He also conducts lectures and seminars at Queen Mary University of London, engaging with undergraduate students from both the Institute of Dentistry and the School of Engineering and Material Sciences. These sessions delve into Bioengineering, Implantology, Material Properties, and Manufacturing Techniques. Additionally, Alex plays a pivotal role in teaching activities for the MSc Oral Biology and MSc Dental Materials courses.

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