Department of Research and Innovation
The Research Department of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice (HKAGDP) is organised to support high-quality, collaborative, and clinically relevant research.
Chairmen of Our Department
Dr. Kevin Kin Wai NG
Dr. Ng is a seasoned dental professional with extensive experience across clinical practice, teaching, and community dentistry. He has served as a Dental Officer in Australia and Hong Kong.
He is the former Chairman of the Hong Kong Society of Community Dentistry and Honorary Professor in Indonesia, he brings decades of leadership and commitment to dental education and public health.
Our structure ensures clear leadership, robust academic oversight, and strong support for emerging researchers. Each role plays a vital part in advancing the mission of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice (HKAGDP).
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Chairman
Provides overall strategic direction for the research agenda, oversees major projects, and ensures alignment with HKAGDP’s mission.Associate / Deputy Director of Research
Assists the Director in managing programmes, supervising major initiatives, and coordinating cross-disciplinary collaborations.
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Programme / Centre Directors
Lead specific research areas or centres (e.g. clinical research, evidence-based dentistry), manage project portfolios, and mentor research staff.Principal Investigators (PIs)
Serve as lead researchers on individual projects, responsible for study design, ethics applications, funding, and overall scientific quality.Co-Investigators (Co-Is)
Collaborate with PIs to design, execute, and interpret research, bringing in expertise from different clinical or academic disciplines.
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Senior Research Fellows / Senior Scientists
Experienced researchers who lead specialised workstreams, supervise junior researchers, and contribute to strategic development of research themes.Research Fellows / Research Scientists
Conduct day-to-day research activities, data analysis, and academic writing, often working across multiple projects.
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Postdoctoral Researchers / Research Associates
Develop independent research profiles while contributing to ongoing projects, publications, and grant applications.Research Assistants / Research Officers
Support literature reviews, data collection, project coordination, and administrative aspects of research.Student Researchers (Postgraduate & Undergraduate)
Participate in supervised research projects, gaining experience in study design, critical appraisal, and scientific writing.
Research Projects
The Research Department actively leads and supports innovative scientific initiatives aimed at advancing clinical practice, dental technology, and translational research. Our projects focus on improving patient outcomes, developing cutting-edge materials, and exploring new methods in minimally invasive dentistry.
Patents & Innovations
Our department is committed to transforming scientific discovery into practical solutions with real-world clinical impact. We actively pursue intellectual property protection for inventions developed by our researchers.
