Brij B. Singh, Ph.D., joined the School of Dentistry this fall as the associate dean for research and professor in the Department of Periodontics. As the associate dean, Dr. Singh is responsible for the School of Dentistry’s research goals, including contributing to the broad body of basic and applied knowledge related to oral health including emphases on the needs of South Texas and disseminating that knowledge; providing opportunities for students and faculty to develop the skills necessary for conducting independent research programs; and developing a national and international leadership role in oral health related research.