People
The Sunstar Mouth-to-Body Health™ Institute brings together researchers, clinicians and other experts from different disciplines and geographies. Their roles and affiliations are shown openly so visitors can see who is shaping the work, the expertise they bring and why it matters to the Institute.
Co-Chairs
Rachel Chau
Global Head of Clinical and Medical Affairs, Sunstar | France
Rachel Chau leads the global clinical and medical strategy, driving evidence-based innovation and scientific credibility across the oral care portfolio.
Marcelo W. B. Araujo
Dean, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine | United States
Marcelo Araujo is an internationally recognized researcher and epidemiologist focused on oral health and evidence-based care.
Scientific Advisory Board
Provides guidance on research priorities, scientific direction, and key programs and outputs.
William V. Giannobile
Dean, Harvard School of Dental Medicine | United States
William V. Giannobile is an internationally recognized researcher specializing in periodontology, regenerative medicine, and precision oral health.
Maurizio S. Tonetti
Clinical Professor of Periodontology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University | China
Maurizio Tonetti is a leading periodontologist and clinical researcher with expertise in periodontal disease, oral-systemic health, periodontal regeneration, and implant dentistry.
Shinya Murakami
Professor Emeritus, Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry | Japan
Shinya Murakami is an internationally recognized leader in periodontology and regenerative dentistry.
Iain Chapple
Professor of Periodontology, University of Birmingham | United Kingdom
Iain Chapple is a leading periodontologist and clinical scientist with extensive expertise in periodontal disease, oral-systemic health, and translational research.
Jennifer Zhu
Global Head of R&D, Sunstar | Switzerland
Jennifer Zhu leads the global R&D strategy, driving innovation, scientific excellence, and product development across the oral care portfolio.
Institute Members
Institute Members Contribute Scientific, Clinical, and Translational Expertise to the Institute’s Programs and Collaborations.
Patricia I. Diaz
Empire Innovation Professor, University at Buffalo | United States
Patricia I. Diaz is a leading researcher in oral microbiome science and its links to periodontal and systemic health.
Eduardo Montero
Associate Professor of Periodontology, Complutense University of Madrid | Spain
Eduardo Montero is a clinical researcher specializing in periodontology, implant dentistry, and evidence-based care.
Tim Newton
Dean of Research Culture, King’s College London | United Kingdom
Tim Newton is an expert in oral health behaviour, dental anxiety, and patient support.
Magda Feres
Chair, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine | United States
Magda Feres is an internationally recognized periodontology researcher specializing in oral microbiology and periodontal disease.
Emily Boge
Think Big Dental, LLC | United States
Emily Boge serves as an international preventive health researcher, lecturer, and consultant specializing in innovative product chairside implementation.
Katsutaro Morino
Professor, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences | Japan
Katsutaro Morino is specialized in metabolism and endocrinology, including diabetes, obesity, and metabolic health.
Masahide Takedachi
Professor, Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry | Japan
Masahide Takedachi is an expert in periodontology, periodontal regeneration, and translational dental research.
Pillar Leaders
Sunstar R&D leaders who develop and lead programs across the Institute’s three pillars: Research Excellence, Innovation Translation, and Scientific Engagement & Communication.
Research Excellence
Kentaro Yamashita
Global Head of Upstream Research and Technology Development, Sunstar | Japan
Kentaro Yamashita translates emerging science and consumer insights into breakthrough oral care technologies and innovations.
Innovation Translation
Manuel Pesaro
Head of G.U.M Global Product Research, Sunstar | Switzerland
Manuel Pesaro translates consumer needs and scientific insights into differentiated, evidence-based oral care solutions.
Innovation Translation
Motonobu Matsumoto
Global Head of Innovation Health & Beauty Business, Sunstar | Japan
Motonobu Matsumoto develops breakthrough concepts, technologies, and new business opportunities across Health & Beauty.
Scientific Engagement & Communication
Martijn Verhulst
Medical Affairs Lead, Sunstar | Netherlands
Martijn Verhulst builds scientific engagement and communication, translating evidence into impactful health messages.
Executive Sponsors
CEO Executive Sponsor
Akihiko Kuroki
CEO, Consumer Business, Sunstar | Japan
Akihiko Kuroki has extensive global leadership experience in consumer health. He brings a business and consumer perspective to the Institute's efforts to translate scientific knowledge into practical solutions that improve people's health.
Executive Sponsor
Jennifer Zhu
Global Head of R&D, Sunstar | Switzerland
Jennifer Zhu leads the global R&D strategy, driving innovation, scientific excellence, and product development across the oral care portfolio.
Executive Sponsor
Christine Truillet
Global Head of Consumer Business Marketing, Sunstar | Switzerland
Christine Truillet brings extensive global marketing and brand leadership experience, with deep expertise in developing and growing consumer brand portfolios.
Learn how the Institute is supported and governed, and how it approaches scientific integrity and transparency.