Global Academic Collaboration

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston & Subharti Dental College

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and Subharti Dental College, Meerut, entered into a collaboration to promote teaching and research and participate in student exchange programmes.

Purpose of Collaboration

The purpose of the collaboration between Tufts and Subharti Dental College is:

  • To promote interest in the teaching and research activities of the respective institutions.
  • To participate in educational and continuing educational programs.
  • To foster collaboration on protocols for patient care.
  • To participate in student exchange.

Scope & Areas of Investigation

To achieve these goals, Tufts and Subharti Dental College investigate opportunities in the following areas insofar as the means of each allow:

Faculty & Staff Exchange

Promoting institutional exchanges by inviting faculty and staff of the partner institutions to participate in teaching, research activities, and professional development.

Undergraduate Exchange

Receive two undergraduate students for two to three weeks twice a year from the partner institution.

Academic Symposia & Conferences

Organizing symposia, conferences, short courses, and meetings on emerging research issues.

Joint Research & Knowledge Exchange

Carry out joint research and continuing education programs, exchanging information pertaining to developments in teaching, student development, and research.

Program Coordination & Implementation

Dr. Lonnie H. Norris (Dean) and Dr. Noshir Mehta (Chair of General Dentistry and Assistant Dean for International Relations) or their designees coordinate with Dr. N K Ahuja (Principal, Subharti Dental College, Meerut) to oversee and facilitate the implementation of this Agreement.

Students of Subharti Dental College Who Have Visited Tufts University

Year Name of the Students / Scholars Institution Visited
2008 Dr. Swati Jain, Reshu Madan and Dr. Samta Goel Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston
2007 Dr. Pallavi Agarwal and Dr. Rashi Jolly Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston
2000 Dr. Shalya Raj and Dr. Pooja Jain Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston