Doctoral Researcher | Universitas Gadjah Mada | Finland
Dr. Nur Rahman Ahmad Seno Aji is a distinguished academic and clinical researcher specializing in periodontology, periodontal medicine, geriatric periodontology, and host modulation therapy. As a staff member in the Department of Periodontics at Universitas Gadjah Mada, he has contributed extensively to translational oral healthcare research through innovative studies on biomarker diagnostics, regenerative therapies, and periodontal disease management. His scientific work focuses on active matrix metalloproteinase-8 (aMMP-8), periodontal inflammation, aging periodontal tissues, and oral-systemic disease relationships. Dr. Aji has established strong international research collaborations with scholars from Finland, Greece, and the United Kingdom, resulting in impactful publications in internationally reputed journals. His research contributions have strengthened evidence-based dentistry and advanced precision periodontal diagnostics. Alongside his academic achievements, he actively participates in mentoring, healthcare outreach, and interdisciplinary scientific collaboration, demonstrating commitment to improving global oral healthcare standards and advancing modern periodontal medicine through innovative clinical and translational research approaches.
Professional Profile
Education
Dr. Nur Rahman Ahmad Seno Aji possesses advanced academic and professional qualifications in dentistry and periodontal medicine. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree before pursuing postgraduate specialization in Periodontics, followed by MDSc qualifications and subspecialty expertise in Periodontal Medicine. His educational background reflects strong interdisciplinary scientific training integrating clinical dentistry, molecular diagnostics, regenerative biomaterials, and translational healthcare research. Through his academic progression at Universitas Gadjah Mada, he developed specialized expertise in geriatric periodontology, periodontal diagnostics, host modulation therapy, and evidence-based oral healthcare practices. His academic foundation enabled him to participate in international collaborative research involving biomarker diagnostics and periodontal disease monitoring. Continuous scientific learning and advanced clinical training have contributed significantly to his ability to conduct innovative research in periodontal regeneration, molecular biomarkers, and personalized treatment strategies. His qualifications demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, professional development, and advancing modern periodontal healthcare sciences internationally.
Professional Experience
Dr. Nur Rahman Ahmad Seno Aji serves as a faculty member in the Department of Periodontics at Universitas Gadjah Mada, where he contributes to teaching, research, clinical supervision, and interdisciplinary healthcare initiatives. His professional experience includes mentoring dental students, supporting evidence-based periodontal care, and participating in international collaborative projects related to periodontal diagnostics and oral-systemic health. He has demonstrated leadership through involvement in healthcare outreach programs, institutional academic development, and scientific research activities. His work emphasizes the integration of clinical practice with translational biomedical research, particularly in biomarker diagnostics and regenerative periodontal therapies. Dr. Aji has collaborated with researchers and clinicians from multiple countries, contributing to innovative scientific advancements in periodontal medicine. His experience in academic leadership, clinical periodontology, and collaborative healthcare research has strengthened his reputation as a dedicated educator and researcher committed to improving oral healthcare standards and promoting innovative evidence-based dental practices globally.
Research Interest
Dr. Nur Rahman Ahmad Seno Aji has broad research interests centered on periodontal medicine, aging periodontal tissues, host modulation therapy, geriatric periodontology, and biomarker diagnostics. His work particularly focuses on active matrix metalloproteinase-8 (aMMP-8) as a diagnostic biomarker for periodontal and peri-implant diseases. He is also interested in regenerative periodontal therapies involving platelet-rich fibrin, nanofiber membranes, and innovative biomaterials for tissue healing and periodontal regeneration. His studies explore oral-systemic disease relationships, including links between periodontitis, diabetes, cancer, and systemic inflammation. Additionally, he conducts research on artificial intelligence-assisted radiographic analysis for periodontitis detection and evidence-based clinical applications in dentistry. His multidisciplinary scientific interests integrate molecular biology, regenerative medicine, biomedical diagnostics, and clinical periodontology. Through collaborative international research projects, Dr. Aji aims to develop advanced diagnostic technologies and personalized treatment strategies that improve patient outcomes and contribute to modern precision dentistry and translational oral healthcare sciences worldwide.
Award and Honor
Dr. Nur Rahman Ahmad Seno Aji has gained significant academic recognition through his impactful scientific contributions, international collaborations, and growing research visibility in periodontal medicine. His publications in internationally reputed journals such as Biomedicines, Diagnostics, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, and European Journal of Dentistry have earned strong citation impact and academic acknowledgment within the global dental research community. With 131 citations, 15 Scopus-indexed publications, and an h-index of 6, he has established a promising scientific profile in translational periodontal research. His collaborative studies involving researchers from Europe and Asia demonstrate international scientific credibility and professional recognition. Dr. Aji’s contributions to biomarker diagnostics, regenerative periodontal therapy, and oral-systemic disease research have strengthened evidence-based dentistry and modern periodontal healthcare practices. His achievements reflect dedication to research excellence, innovation, academic leadership, and the advancement of global oral healthcare through high-quality scientific investigation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Conclusion
Dr. Nur Rahman Ahmad Seno Aji is an emerging leader in periodontal medicine and translational oral healthcare research. His expertise in biomarker diagnostics, regenerative therapies, and evidence-based dentistry has contributed significantly to modern periodontal science. Through international collaborations, impactful publications, and dedication to academic and clinical excellence, he demonstrates strong potential for continued leadership and global recognition in periodontal and regenerative dental research.
Publications Top Noted
- Comparison of Multi-Label U-Net and Mask R-CNN for Panoramic Radiograph Segmentation to Detect Periodontitis
Authors: R Widyaningrum, I Candradewi, NRAS Aji, R Aulianisa
Year: 2022
Citation: Imaging Science in Dentistry 52(4), 383
- Active Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 (aMMP-8) versus Total MMP-8 in Periodontal and Peri-Implant Disease Point-of-Care Diagnostics
Authors: IT Räisänen, NRAS Aji, D Sakellari, A Grigoriadis, I Rantala, et al.
Year: 2023
Citation: Biomedicines 11(11), 2885
- In Vivo Regulation of Active Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 (aMMP-8) in Periodontitis: From Transcriptomics to Real-Time Online Diagnostics and Treatment Monitoring
Authors: NRAS Aji, T Yucel-Lindberg, IT Räisänen, H Kuula, MT Nieminen, et al.
Year: 2024
Citation: Diagnostics 14(10), 1011
- aMMP-8 POCT vs. Other Potential Biomarkers in Chair-Side Diagnostics and Treatment Monitoring of Severe Periodontitis
Authors: NRAS Aji, IT Räisänen, N Rathnayake, FT Lundy, MTC Mc Crudden, et al.
Year: 2024
Citation: International Journal of Molecular Sciences 25(17), 9421
- Prediabetes Associates with Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 Activation and Contributes to the Rapid Destruction of Periodontal Tissues
Authors: KA Umeizudike, NRAS Aji, K Niskanen, I Rantala, D Sakellari, et al.
Year: 2025
Citation: European Journal of Dentistry 19(02), 305-314
- Oral Medicine and Oral Clinical Chemistry Game Changers for Future Plaque Control and Maintenance: PerioSafe® aMMP-8 POCT, Lumoral® 2× PDT-and Lingora® Fermented Lingonberry
Authors: NRAS Aji, V Sahni, MT Penttala, D Sakellari, A Grigoriadis, et al.
Year: 2025
Citation: Dentistry Journal 13(3), 127
- Evaluation of Bio-Compatibility and Effectiveness of Propolis Tetragonula sp. as Dental Anti-Microbial Agent
Authors: A Adiningrat, I Maulana, AG Fadhlurrahman, MF Kurniawan, NRAS Aji
Year: 2023
Citation: Journal of Stomatology 76(2), 94-100
- Effect of the Application of Curcumin (Curcuma longa) Oral Gel on Periodontal Inflammation in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: NR Aji, VM Karina, OA Hafiyyah, K Murdiastuti, A Syaify
Year: 2022
Citation: Maj Kedokt Gig Indones 7(3), 160-164
