The Foundation, as an independent body, also aims to provide a mechanism for uniting the dental alumni and the community in supporting the future of dental education and research. Since the first dentists graduated from the University in 1904, the Faculty has provided the very best of undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing dental education to many thousands of dentists from Australia and overseas. Its varied research activities, under the auspices of the Centre of Oral Health Research are continuing to strengthen with national and international collaboration. In mid 1996, the Biomaterials Science Unit relocated to the Australian Technology Park where it will be able to expand its important research partnerships with Australian industry and overseas ventures. To facilitate its relationship with the profession and the general community, a Membership Program has been established, offering donors the opportunity to join and contribute to the development of the Foundation.
Membership is open to all persons interested in investing in the future of dentistry.