The ORS Adele L. Boskey, PhD Award honors mid-career orthopaedic researchers for impactful research, mentorship, and leadership advancing excellence and diversity in musculoskeletal science.
Funder: Orthopaedic Research Society
Due Dates: October 12, 2018 | August 14, 2026
Funding Amounts: $5,000 honorarium and commemorative plaque; annual award
Summary: Recognizes a mid-career orthopaedic researcher for outstanding mentorship, impactful research, and leadership in advancing diversity and excellence in musculoskeletal science.
The ORS Adele L. Boskey, PhD Award is an annual honor presented by the Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) to a mid-career member who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to mentorship, a strong record of impactful research, and leadership in orthopaedics and musculoskeletal science and engineering. Named in honor of Dr. Adele L. Boskey, a pioneering crystallographer and mentor, the award celebrates individuals who have significantly contributed to mentoring rising scientists, engineers, and clinician/scientists, with a particular emphasis on advancing diversity and inclusive excellence in the field. The recipient is recognized for sustained mentorship, research excellence, and leadership, inspiring continued excellence in orthopaedic research.