Dr. Att is a professor and Chair of the Department of Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He is also a professor of prosthodontics at the School of Dentistry, University of Freiburg, Germany. Dr. Att is board-certified prosthodontist from the German Society of Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) since 2004 and an active member of multiple professional organizations, including the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED), International Academy of Digital Dental Medicine, International College of Prosthodontists, Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics and others. He serves as President of the International Academy for Digital Dental Medicine (IADDM), Past-President of the Prosthodontics Group of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) as well as President of the Arabian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (ARAED). A widely published and internationally respected clinician and lecturer, Dr. Att’s main focus within teaching, research and clinical practice is esthetic and implant dentistry as well as well as the implementation of cutting-edge digital technologies in both reconstructive and multidisciplinary dentistry.

I am Kubra Kundak, a periodontist from Istanbul, Turkey. I graduated from Marmara University and completed my doctoral education at the same institution. My clinical and academic experience shaped my interest in biologically driven, evidence-based periodontal and implant therapy. Alongside my academic training, I gained extensive clinical experience in periodontal and implant treatment, with a particular emphasis on patient communication, disease prevention, and long-term maintenance as key determinants of treatment success. My academic interests include implant treatments, peri-implant diseases, regenerative treatment approaches, and improving diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in implant dentistry. I am especially motivated by research that bridges basic science and clinical decision-making, with the goal of translating scientific evidence into predictable clinical outcomes.

Becoming an ITI Scholar represents a significant milestone in my professional journey. The ITI’s commitment to scientific excellence, education, and global collaboration closely aligns with my own values and long-term goals. Through the ITI Scholarship, I aim to further develop my clinical and research expertise, actively engage with the international ITI community, and contribute to the exchange of knowledge that advances evidence-based implant dentistry. I am honored to be part of a global network that plays a vital role in shaping the future of implant care.

Dr. Acela Martinez received her DMD with honors from Universidad Autonoma de San Luis Potosi and certificate in restorative dentistry at Centro de Estudios Odontologicos in Mexico. After working in private practice, she received a certificate and Master of Science in Periodontology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Adams School of Dentistry followed by a fellowship in Advanced Implant Dentistry at the same university. Dr. Martinez is an associate professor and division director of Clinical Implantology at East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine in Greenville, NC. She is diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and fellow of the International Team for Implantology. In addition, she is an active member and part of the steering committee of the North America section of the Women Implantology Network (WIN).