Breadcrumb Home News Ganesan delivers open plenary address at annual scientific conference Thursday, June 4, 2026 Sukirth Ganesan, associate professor and director of the Advanced Education Program in Periodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, recently served as the open plenary session speaker at the 20th PHSU-PRI Annual Scientific Conference and fourth RCMI Symposium on Health Disparities in Ponce, Puerto Rico. His keynote highlighted ongoing research examining how obesity and metabolic syndrome influence the oral microbiome, host immune responses, and oral-systemic health. The lecture also addressed the disproportionate burden of chronic disease in underserved populations and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to reducing health disparities.Hosted by Ponce Research Institute, the conference brought together more than 500 attendees, including high school students, trainees, health care professionals, researchers, and community leaders. The diverse audience created a unique environment for scientific exchange, mentorship, and discussions focused on improving health equity and health care outcomes across communities.

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Solon City Council Meeting Scheduled for June 24th

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"City Council Meeting The Solon City Council will hold a regular meeting on Monday, June 24th at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The public is welcome to attend."

Solon's Spring Clean-Up Day Set for April 25; Volunteers Needed

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"Spring Clean-Up Day Date: April 25, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: City Maintenance Facility Residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted items. Volunteers needed! Contact City Hall to sign up."

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Solon Library Board to Meet on May 15

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University Heights Announces City Wide Clean Up Day

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"CITY WIDE CLEAN UP DAY! The City Wide Clean Up Day is scheduled for April 27th from 9:00 AM to Noon. If you would like to volunteer, please meet at City Hall to collect bags and gloves."

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