Marita Inglehart, PhD, Associate Professor
My research is focused on oral health and quality of life issues, especially in children. Currently collecting data from elementary school children, their parents and teachers in Flint, MI, funded by a grant from NIH. Dr. Inglehart is also interested in educational research that focuses on gaining a better understanding of how to educate patient-centered and culturally sensitive providers who are open to interdisciplinary collaborations.

Wendy Kerschbaum, RDH, MA, MPH
Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene, Director of Dental Hygiene - My primary research area is educational research. Current studies are examining the impact of innovative programs on student learning and satisfaction, and the effect of continuing education on dental hygiene practice.

Christine Klausner, RDH, MS, Clinical Assistant Professor
Research interests focus on peer assisted learning as a teaching strategy with dental hygiene students, and the use of technology as a communication tool for case-based instruction. Currently working as a co-investigator in a clinical research study to determine whether specific apoptosis-associated proteins can be used as markers for periodontal disease progression.