91丝瓜视频

President, Jan C. Kwan

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jan.kwan [at] mail.mcgill.ca

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Bonjour and hello! I鈥檓 Jan C. Kwan, a third-year PhD candidate at 91丝瓜视频鈥檚 Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, supervised by Dr. Simon Tran and Dr. Thomas Nguyen. I joined the faculty in Fall 2023, and since then I鈥檝e been actively involved with the MDGSS in several roles to support and advocate for our graduate community.

Our faculty is uniquely positioned through its research clusters that span basic science, clinical research, and population oral health. This breadth lets us see how discoveries travel across every level of inquiry, and helps each of us situate our own work within the larger oral health landscape, from a mechanism to patient care to real-world impact. As President, one of my priorities is to highlight the achievements of our graduate students while strengthening the resources that help them grow and leave the faculty even stronger than when they arrived.

I鈥檓 excited and committed to serving in this role, and I look forward to working together to expand our presence in oral health research across Canada and internationally. Feel free to reach out anytime, I鈥檇 love to connect.

VP Academics,听Alessandro Bardaro

Email:听alessandro.bardaro [at] mail.mcgill.ca

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Hi I鈥檓 Alessandro, your Vice President Academic for MDGSS. I am part of the Clinician Scientist Pathway in the MSc DMD program, and I am committed to helping create an academic environment where every graduate student feels supported, connected, and valued. In this role, I work with students, the executive team, and faculty to strengthen communication, organize meaningful academic events, and ensure that student concerns are heard and addressed.

My focus is on making your academic experience smoother, more collaborative, and more enjoyable. Whether you need help navigating coursework, finding academic resources, or voicing a concern, I am here to support you throughout your time in the program.

A fun fact about me is that I have a background in competitive water polo, and I love bringing that sense of teamwork and perseverance into everything I do.

Please feel free to reach out anytime. I am always happy to connect.

VP Finance, Maedeh Mostanadi

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maedeh.mostanadi [at] mail.mcgill.ca

Bonjour/Hi!

My name is Maedeh Mostanadi. I am a dentist from Iran and currently a Master鈥檚 student in Oral Health Sciences at 91丝瓜视频. I am passionate about making dental care more equitable and accessible for everyone. Now, I work under the supervision of Dr. Pascaline Kengne Talla, focusing on the experiences of older adults and their caregivers about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) in Quebec.

During my undergraduate studies, I also taught art, which strengthened both my creativity and my attention to detail. I鈥檝e always been someone who enjoys structure, paperwork, and keeping things organized, which is why the VP Finance role feels like a natural fit for me. Managing documents, tracking budgets, and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes is something I genuinely enjoy.

Outside of academics, I love animals, yoga, painting, travelling, and discovering new experiences. These are the things that help me stay balanced and inspired while navigating graduate school.

As VP Finance, my goal is to handle our budget responsibly and transparently, and to make sure our resources create meaningful opportunities for all graduate students. If you ever want to connect or share ideas, feel free to reach out.

VP Communications, Negin Ghahramani

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negin.ghahramanigargari [at] mcgill.ca

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Bonjour/Hello!

I鈥檓 Negin Ghahramani, a second-year MSc Dental Sciences student, supervised by Dr. Amal Idrissi Janati. My current research focuses on developing a comprehensive and updatable registry of shared genetic risk factors between periodontal disease and colorectal cancer, a project that connects oral health, genetics, and systemic disease.

My path to graduate school began long before I arrived at 91丝瓜视频. Even as a dental student, I was drawn to understanding how scientific evidence can be applied to real-life clinical challenges. This interest deepened during my years of practice in Iran, where I worked in private clinics and public health centers. Managing a busy practice strengthened my leadership and communication skills, taught me how to work effectively with diverse teams, and showed me firsthand how research can translate into better patient care.

Since joining the faculty, I have contributed to the organization of Research Day 2025 and am currently part of the core planning team for Research Day 2026, helping coordinate communication across committees and supporting the development of a more structured and student-centered event.

As VP Communications, my goal is to ensure that MDGSS communication is clear, accessible, and genuinely helpful. I want students to receive timely updates, understand opportunities without confusion, and feel more connected to one another. Whether it鈥檚 sharing events, highlighting achievements, or improving communication across platforms, I aim to make our information flow more efficient and student focused.

Outside of academics, creating content on Instagram and YouTube allows me to share stories, build community, and connect with people beyond the classroom. Exploring Montreal鈥檚 multicultural neighborhoods has become one of my favorite ways to learn from others鈥� experiences and perspectives. Yoga helps me slow down and reset, and cooking has become a quiet way of connecting with home while inviting new flavors into my life here.
If you have ideas or suggestions for improving communication within our community, I鈥檇 be happy to hear from you.

VP Careers - Parastoo Asadi

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parastoo.asadi [at] mail.mcgill.ca

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My name is Parastoo Asadi, a second-year Ph.D. candidate in Oral Health Sciences at 91丝瓜视频, researching dentoalveolar mineralization and biomaterials. With a background spanning dentistry, CAD/CAM digital workflows, and computer engineering, I bring a global and interdisciplinary perspective to student career development. As VP Careers, I aim to create supportive mentorship networks and practical workshops that help students present their research, build strong CVs, and connect with industry opportunities.

VP Social 鈥� Amirreza Khodaparast

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amirreza.khodaparastkelidbar [at] mail.mcgill.ca

Hi!

My name is Amirreza Khodaparast, and I鈥檓 a first-year MSc Dental Sciences student working under the supervision of Dr. Marc McKee. My research focuses on collagen and biomineralization in fish scales, especially how collagen organization influences mineral structure. Outside the lab, I love anything outdoors or active, scuba diving, Snowboarding, and flying little classic Cessna airplanes.

I鈥檓 really excited to serve as VP Social for the MDGSS and help make our time here more fun, supportive, and memorable. If you ever have ideas, suggestions, or event requests, you can always reach me by e-mail. Your input is what makes our community stronger. Don't forget to follow our Instagram to connect with us and let us know what activities you would be interested in.

Looking forward to an awesome year together :-)

VP Intra Faculty Affairs 鈥� Newsha Toreihi

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newsha.toreihi [at] mcgill.ca

My name is Newsha Toreihi. I am a PhD candidate in Oral Health Sciences at 91丝瓜视频, where my research focuses on sustainable dentistry and the environmental impacts of dental care. Alongside my doctoral work, I am involved in teaching, faculty committees, and initiatives that promote sustainability and collaboration within the dental community. In my role as VP Intra-Faculty Affairs, I aim to strengthen communication and collaboration across our programs and support a more connected academic environment.

Non-Thesis Representative - Katie Mallett

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katharine.mallett [at] mail.mcgill.ca

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Hello,

My name is Katie Mallett and I am currently a first year master鈥檚 student in the Dental Sciences Non-Thesis program. Before starting my master鈥檚 I completed my bachelor鈥檚 in Life Science on the Mac campus of 91丝瓜视频 and then took a few gap years helping with research and doing community work. I am very passionate about improving equity for underserved communities and marginalized populations.

Aside from being a student I like to use my time for exploring new places, stargazing, cooking and various types of art.

The Non-Thesis track is a small and unique program and I aim to make sure that our perspective is heard within the Dentistry student body. Feel free to reach out to me about any questions about the program or ideas/suggestions etc.!

Post-Graduate Student Society (PGSS) Representative - Olubukola Oduntan

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olubukola.oduntan [at] mail.mcgill.ca

Bonjour / Hello / 岷� n l岷固� o / Ndewo / Sannu

My name is Olubukola Oduntan, and I am a first-year Master鈥檚 thesis student at 91丝瓜视频. I鈥檓 supervised by Dr. Pascaline Kengne-Talla and my current research focuses on digital health and its ability to provide environmentally sustainable oral healthcare. I obtained my Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at the University of Ibadan鈥檚 dental school, where I served as a student representative, led student committees and organized conferences, workshops and social events .

Outside academics, community engagement is very important to me. In my undergrad, I participated in numerous outreach programs that offered free oral health education and treatment to underserved communities. In Canada, I volunteer with EmpowHER to to help mentor young women in coding, digital literacy, and pathways to STEM careers. These interactions keep me grounded and remind me of the importance of giving back. Asides volunteering, I enjoy reading, spending time with friends and family, and discovering picturesque places in Montreal.

At 91丝瓜视频, I am honored to serve as the newly elected PGSS representative for our faculty, where I get to advocate for student needs and contribute to planning faculty events. I value teamwork, transparency, and communication, and I look forward to working with our student community, faculty partners, and the MGDSS team to improve students' experience.

If you have questions, ideas, or suggestions, please feel free to reach out to me via email.

I look forward to connecting and growing together this year.