Research Center for Quality and Safety of Oral Health Care | Western Balkans University

Research Center for Quality and Safety of Oral Health Care

The Research Center for Quality and Safety of Oral Health Care is an academic and scientific structure established to advance knowledge and practices in the field of dentistry. Based on the highest standards of research and education, the center aims to contribute to improving the quality of oral care, increasing patient safety, and strengthening the role of science in public health.

Mission
  • To promote scientific and practical expertise in the field of dentistry through interdisciplinary research and advanced projects.
  • To develop and disseminate innovative solutions that contribute to the quality of oral care, with a positive impact on patient health and the community.
  • To serve as a regional and international center of excellence, by building strong partnerships with universities, research institutions, and healthcare organizations.

Vision
The center aspires to become one of the leading scientific research institutions in the field of dentistry in the Balkans and beyond, by:
  • Setting standards in scientific research and clinical application.
  • Strengthening academic capacities and contributing to the international ranking of the university.
  • Transforming dental care through technological innovation, including the use of artificial intelligence, laser, etc.
  • Becoming a center where students, doctors, and scientific researchers can find the space to develop ideas, to experiment, and to bring sustainable changes.

Added Values
  1. Academic and Scientific Excellence.
  2. Integration of expertise from different fields of dentistry, biology, material sciences, and medical technology.
  3. A special focus on patient safety and health, as well as the improvement of oral care at the community level.
  4. Collaboration with research centers, hospitals, universities, and industry.
  5. Continuous support for academic staff and students in obtaining scientific degrees and in participating in international projects.

Academic Staff

Dr. Xhini Rizaj
Head of Research Center


xhini.rizaj@wbu.edu.al

Mon – Fri 8:30A.M. – 16:30P.M.