Our global impact

The School of Dentistry’s thriving and innovative research culture has one overarching aim: to produce high quality, impactful research that addresses key global challenges around oral and general health.

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Changing attitudes towards alcohol

Three Researchers at Cardiff University have undertaken research into how alcohol use and misuse impacts our society, and what can be done to encourage safer drinking habits.

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Preventing tooth decay in children

Our research on preventing tooth decay in children underpins the Welsh Government's approach to improving oral health.

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Reducing violent crime

We are reducing violent crime across the UK and beyond, by bringing together intelligence from medical and criminal justice departments.

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Understanding experiences of bereavement during the pandemic

How the COVID-19 pandemic influenced people's personal experiences of bereavement, and the support that they received.

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Improving public services

How better evidence production, synthesis and use has led to greater effectiveness and efficiency in public services.