Dr Frank Alifui-Segbaya is an educator, researcher, and materials scientist currently serving as a Senior Lecturer at Griffith University. His expertise spans several fields, including dental technology, biomaterials and additive manufacturing (3D printing). Through his leadership, Dr Segbaya has pioneered the integration of digital design and manufacturing in the dental technology curriculum, setting international benchmarks that have led to wider adoption and significant impact within the School of Dentistry and Oral Health at Griffith University. He previously worked in both industry and academia across Ghana, Germany, Wales, and England. Over the years, he has focused on the development and analysis of biomaterials in additive manufacturing. His research not only advances the field of dental technology but also translates into better, safer, and more affordable dental care for patients in several ways. Dr Segbaya is involved in various professional and scientific organizations, contributing to the development of standards in Australia and overseas. In addition to these roles, he serves as a consultant to the Fiji National University, an academic editor of scientific journals, scientific expert, international grant reviewer, and a member of doctoral examination committees in the USA. Through his shared values, he also makes impactful contributions to the community by engaging in the education and governance of non-profit, charitable, and community organizations.
