Prof. Dr. Rimantas Šurna (Lithuania)
Professor of Technical Cybernetics and biomedical engineering scientist (Kaunas, Lithuania); Chief Specialist and Consultant at GTV Scientific Services. Research program focuses on the biomechanical modeling of the stomatognathic system — specifically the application of quantitative 3D biomechanical analysis, digital occlusal mapping, and spherical occlusion surface theory to the understanding and treatment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction and occlusal disease.
Author of over 70 peer-reviewed scientific publications and holder of 9 registered inventions in the field of biomechanical measurement and control systems. Academic background includes positions at Kaunas University of Technology (Lithuania), the University of Arizona, and Yale University. Developer of a quantitative 3D TMJ function assessment methodology applied to individualized occlusal surface calculations for prosthetic and splint design.
BSc and PhD in Technical Cybernetics — Kaunas Polytechnic Institute (Kaunas University of Technology), Lithuania (1974).