ORS Adele L. Boskey, PhD Award
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ORS Adele L. Boskey, PhD Award supports mid-career musculoskeletal researchers through an honorarium recognizing impactful research, sustained mentorship, and efforts to advance inclusive excellence.
This grant was recently updated
Megan L. Killian, PhD, of the University of Michigan is now listed as the 2027 award recipient, replacing the featured 2026 recipient, Kyle D. Allen, PhD.
Funder: Orthopaedic Research Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 honorarium and a commemorative plaque
Summary: Recognizes mid-career ORS members for sustained mentorship, impactful musculoskeletal research, and contributions to diversity and inclusive excellence.
Key Information: The recipient must attend the ORS Annual Meeting to accept the award; self-nominations are not accepted.
Description
The Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) presents this annual award to a mid-career member whose record combines outstanding, sustained mentorship with an impactful research program on an upward trajectory. It recognizes contributions to the development of rising scientists, engineers, and clinician-scientists in orthopaedics and musculoskeletal science and engineering. Particular emphasis is placed on mentorship and activities that advance diversity and inclusive excellence, alongside significant research contributions and demonstrated leadership or leadership potential.
The award honors Adele L. Boskey, PhD, a pioneer in biomineralization research and a mentor to generations of musculoskeletal investigators. It carries forward her legacy of research, mentorship, and leadership through an individual honorarium.
