IKUCDS 2026
The First International Kirkuk University Conference For Dental Sciences
15-16 October 2026 | Kirkuk - Iraq
The First International Kirkuk University Conference for Dental Sciences 2026 (IKUCDS 2026)
The First International Kirkuk University Conference for Dental Sciences 2026 (IKUCDS 2026) is a leading international scientific event dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and clinical practice in the field of dentistry. The conference is organized by the College of Dentistry, University of Kirkuk, and brings together academics, researchers, clinicians, and industry experts from Iraq and abroad. IKUCDS 2026 aims to provide a distinguished platform for presenting cutting-edge research, exchanging scientific knowledge, and fostering international academic collaboration across all major dental specialities. The conference will be held over two days at Kirkuk, Iraq, and will be conducted in English to ensure broad international participation.
01 September 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
15 September 2026
Full Paper Submission Deadline
15-16 October 2026
Conference Dates
Call for papers is now available
Mission
The mission of the International Kirkuk University Conference for Dental Sciences (IKUCDS 2026) is to advance excellence in dental education, research, and clinical practice by providing an international platform for knowledge exchange, scientific collaboration, and professional development. The conference seeks to disseminate cutting-edge research, promote innovation and ethical practice, support interdisciplinary dialogue, and strengthen global and regional partnerships that contribute to improving oral health and patient care standards worldwide.
Topics
- Dentistry and Oral Health Sciences
- Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
- Biology, Chemistry, and Biomedical Sciences
- Medical and Clinical Sciences
- Public Health and Preventive Medicine
- Healthcare Quality, Safety, and Ethics
- Surgery and Critical Care
- Psychology and Behavioural Sciences
- Future Healthcare Innovations
Why Attend?
- Present and publish scientific research
- Network with international experts
- Attend keynote lectures and workshops
- Explore innovations in dental sciences
- Receive certificates and awards
Keynote Speaker
Prof. Dr. Erdal Eroğlu
A senior academic at the Faculty of Dentistry, Süleyman Demirel University. He serves in the Department of Clinical Dentistry Sciences, Department of Prosthodontics, with recognised scholarly output in dental research and education.
Dr. Rafig E. Ibrahimov, DDS, PhD
A faculty member at Azerbaijan Medical University and a specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implantology. He has more than 20 years of clinical and academic experience, with expertise in bone grafting, regenerative surgery, and complex implant rehabilitation.
Prof. Dr. Edita Margarian, DMS
A Professor of Therapeutic Dentistry at Sechenov University and Deputy Director of the Institute of International Education. She is a distinguished academic with extensive experience in therapeutic dentistry, endodontics, esthetic dentistry, and digital applications, including artificial intelligence in dentistry.
Dr. Eldar Farajov
Assistant Professor at Azerbaijan Medical University in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is an academic and clinical professional with experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, immediate implantation, and reconstructive surgical procedures.
Organised By:
University of Kirkuk
College of Dentistry
VANEST
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.