1. UTA PRE-DENTAL SOCIETY 6 TH MEETING 11-20-15

2. DAT QUESTION OF THE DAY What is the difference between a transport protein and a channel protein? A. Transport proteins can only function via active transport. B. Transport proteins are often used by many substrates while channel proteins are generally used by ions. C. Channel proteins are often larger than transport proteins. D. Transport proteins are often larger than channel proteins. E. Transport proteins are simpler than channel proteins. Correct Answer: B. Transport proteins are often used by many substrates while channel proteins are generally used by ions. Both of these types of proteins have a large variety in their shapes, sizes, and complexities. Therefore, no generalization can be made about them, and [C], [D], and [E] can be eliminated. Many transport proteins can use passive transport as well via uniport, for example, so [A] can be eliminated too. This leaves [B], where it states that channel proteins are used generally by ions. They aren’t called “ion channels” for nothing!

3. CURRENT EVENTS IN DENTISTRY Exploring Novel Approaches to Inhibit Bone Loss Date: October 2, 2015 Source: American Dental Association Periodontal disease can cause severe bone loss in the jaw and thus tooth loss, however, a new experimental treatment method may prevent this from occurring. An experiment performed by Shin and his team showed studies examining the potential of a protein known as DEL-1 to affect bone loss. Initial experiments with mouse and human bone cells demonstrated that the protein inhibited their bone resorptive function. They then induced periodontitis in the teeth of monkeys. One half of the monkeys’ mouth received treatment from the protein, whereas the other half of the mouth acted as the control. After six weeks, they observed greater maxillary bone heights and lower levels of proinflammatory cytokines on the DEL-1 injected side as compared with the control side. This method is still being tested because of uncertainty towards the efficacy and safety of this protein for ameliorating periodontal disease-related bone loss in humans, ongoing research on DEL-1 may be of interest to dentists.

4. PROJECT SMILES Next Project Smiles: Nov. 30 th at the Boys and Girls Club (Don Kromer Branch) 200 Cravens Park Dr, Arlington, TX 76018 4-6 PM Please sign up!

5. PRE-HEALTH SOCIETY POTLUCK New society: ECHO When: December 3rd Time: 6-9 PM Room/Building: TBA Includes members and officers from all of the pre-health organizations on campus! RSVP by the week of Nov. 23rd

6. UTHSCSA TOUR January 15th (Friday before school starts) We will most likely leave early Friday morning from UTA (last year it was 4 AM) Arrive at San Antonio around noon and leave after the tour Priority is given to Juniors and Seniors – 6 people signed up so far out of 20 spots We will need drivers, so if you are interested let us know Sign up using the link below: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CwHvrOxrgWElVVHmOgzb2Qv55l5P0R- mddAXMHBguWU/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CwHvrOxrgWElVVHmOgzb2Qv55l5P0R- mddAXMHBguWU/edit

7. GRADUATION CORDS Requirements: GPA = 3.0 50 hours of community service within the last academic year PDS Color: Lilac = color for dentistry Speak to Kent about your eligibility

8. KAPLAN COURSE AUCTION We are auctioning off a Kaplan course (valued at $1200) This course can be used to prepare for the DAT, MCAT, GRE, etc. Starting bid: $550 Anyone can bid!

9. SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS SPEP: hosted by Baylor Dental School Six-week program Allows one to prepare for and successfully take the DAT, strengthen their academic science background, increase their competitiveness for admission to dental school and enhance their success once admitted to dental school. A selection committee, composed of the Program Director and Program Faculty, will review all applications and interview up to 50 applicants by phone to determine applicant motivation. Minimum of 20 applicants chosen

10. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? The curriculum for the 2016 Summer Pre-Dental Enrichment Program for College Students (SPEP Collegiate II) consists five core courses designed to augment the students‘ knowledge base for taking the DAT and to help them prepare for dental school: 1) Introduction to the Human Body integrates the biomedical sciences within a problem-based learning environment. 2) Pre-Clinical Dentistry demonstrates the application of preclinical courses to dental practice and provides hands-on experiences using dental materials. 3) Learning Strategies promotes the effective use of learning techniques and study skills. 4) DAT Preparation assists participants in preparing to take the Dental Admission Test. 5) Investigating Dentistry provides students with an opportunity to investigate a dental topic and present the findings. In addition, the students participate in workshops and activities such as: Cultural competence seminar Pre-admissions counseling Intramural and extramural clinical rotations Interacting with dental students, faculty, and administrators

11. REQUIREMENTS The College will pay for the DAT if it is taken within 6 months of the program's DAT registration deadline. Participants must study for the DAT before the program begins and after it ends. Studying for the DAT should include taking multiple practice tests. To be eligible for consideration, all individuals must: Have dentistry as their career choice Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident (preference will be given to residents of the State of Texas) Have completed 60 semester hours of college by the end of the Spring Semester, 2016 Have completed 8 hours of general chemistry, 8 hours of biology, and 8 hours of organic chemistry by the end of the Spring Semester, 2016 Provide all transcripts from colleges/universities attended Have a grade point average of 2.75 or higher Submit an online application, including a one-page essay stating how SPEP Collegiate II will benefit the applicant’s pursuit of dentistry as a career Submit one letter of recommendation from the applicant’s Pre- Health Advisor (or Advisory Committee) or two letters of recommendation from science professors from courses taken Complete a phone interview with Program staff Sign a contract, agreeing to participate in all required Program activities Have first and second injections of the Hepatitis B vaccination series completed and current T.B. skin test before attending the Program Be a member of a dentally underserved population and/or be from a *disadvantaged background Demonstrate a strong potential of working with underserved populations or in communities with limited access to dental health care

12. DATES/DEADLINES START DATE: May 23, 2016 END DATE: JUNE 30, 2016 APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31, 2016 To begin filling out the application go to this link: https://bamf.tamhsc.edu/2/;jsessionid=FC94C263A1A69350C1F98B55E1FB50AC?wicket:bookmarkableP age=:bamf2.web.Auth.LoginPage https://bamf.tamhsc.edu/2/;jsessionid=FC94C263A1A69350C1F98B55E1FB50AC?wicket:bookmarkableP age=:bamf2.web.Auth.LoginPage NOTIFICATION DATE NO LATER THAN March 11, 2016 For more information you can contact: Mrs. Janie Villarreal Phone: (214) 828-8385 Fax: (214) 874-4502 Email: jvillarreal@bcd.tamhsc.edu

13. APPLYING FOR SPEP Create a username and password by clicking “REGISTER” Complete the following assigned documents: 1) Statistical Questionnaire 2) 2016 SPEP Collegiate II Primary Application 3)Submit one letter of recommendation from a predental/advisory committee OR two letters from science professors from courses taken 4) Submit most current official transcripts from all accredited college/universities attended Detailed instructions on the following documents can be found on the on-line application

14. SMDEP Location: Houston, TX Website: https://dentistry.uth.edu/students/index.htm#smdephttps://dentistry.uth.edu/students/index.htm#smdep Start/End Dates: May 25- July 1, 2016 When to Attend: Following freshman or sophomore year of college Clinical Experience: experience limited clinical exposure through a diverse range of settings including shadowing individual clinicians, small-group clinical rotations in both the dental and medical settings and full-group seminars with highly experienced and expert clinicians. Stipend Distribution Schedule: 3 installments of $200 each throughout the program Housing: Rice University air-conditioned shared dorm room. Meals: $10/day vouchers for use at Hermann Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Must complete a criminal background check to be eligible Program Contact Contact: Janis Smith Phone Number: 713-486-4536 Email: Janis.E.Smith@uth.tmc.edu

15. WHAT TO EXPECT Six-week experience at UTHealth in Houston: Academic enrichment in five core areas: microbiology, anatomy and physiology, statistics, physics, and organic chemistry; Enhancement of study and communication skills; Discussion of ethical and professional behavior in healthcare; Participation in financial planning, career development workshops, and academic counseling; Shadowing clinicians in such fields as emergency medicine, family practice, internal medicine, restorative dentistry, and oral surgery; Participation in admission discussions and simulated interviews with SMDEP tutor/mentors and/or admission deans in preparation for the formal application process; Exposure to the real world of dentistry and medicine through a clinical medicine lecture series; Social interactions with other SMDEP scholars, medical and dental students, and faculty who are committed mentors to enrich the experience.

16. WHEN TO APPLY Application Open: November 1, 2015 Application Closes: March 1, 2016 Step 1: Eligibility Requirements View the program eligibility requirements. Step 2: Prepare Application Materials Register with AAMC/SMDEP to obtain an identification number, username, and password. Request an official transcript from every U.S. or Canadian post-secondary institution you have attended. The institution registrar’s office MUST mail your transcript to the SMDEP National Program Office. Request letters of recommendation. MUST be postmarked by Sunday, March 1, 2016. Application forms and materials can be accessed within the online application and in the application materials section. Step 3: Submit Application Complete the SMDEP Web Application—Once successfully submitted, your information is immediately available to SMDEP. You MUST submit your application by March 1, 2016, 11:59pm eastern time! Go to this link to apply: https://apps.aamc.org/account/#/login?gotoUrl=https:%2F%2Fapps.aamc.org%2Fsmdep%2F&allowInternal=fals e#%2F

17. INTERVIEW TIPS How to dress: Men = suit and tie Women = suit or skirt (below the knee) + a jacket Be able to clearly explain why you are pursuing dentistry in 2-3 minutes. Know some current events in dentistry – we present current events in meetings to help out with this, but you can also research on your own. ASK QUESTIONS! If you are not asking questions about the school, then it shows you are not interested.

18. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Why dentistry? Tell me about yourself. What is a weakness of yours? What event has made the biggest impact on your life? What do you see yourself doing in 10 years? Pick 3 words that describe you. Tell me about a time you overcame a hardship. Why should I pick you over other applicants? What do you do to relieve stress? What are you looking for in dental school? What was your favorite undergrad course and why? What qualities should a dentist have? What did you learn from the community service you have done? Are there any questions you have for me? What would you like to improve about yourself?

19. NEXT MEETING Wednesday, Dec. 3 rd KAPLAN COURSE AUCTION