The ORS Adele L. Boskey, PhD Award honors mid-career researchers for impactful orthopaedic and musculoskeletal science and mentorship, presented by the Orthopaedic Research Society.
Funder: Orthopaedic Research Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (nomination deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 honorarium; annual award; commemorative plaque
Summary: Recognizes a mid-career ORS member for outstanding mentorship and impactful research in orthopaedics and musculoskeletal science.
Key Information: Nominee must be 10–20 years beyond terminal degree; self-nominations are not accepted.
This award honors a mid-career member of the Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) who demonstrates outstanding and sustained commitment to mentorship and has a significant record of impactful research in orthopaedics and musculoskeletal science and engineering. Named after Dr. Adele L. Boskey, a renowned leader in biomineralization and musculoskeletal research, the award celebrates individuals who advance diversity, inclusive excellence, and leadership in the field. The recipient receives a $5,000 honorarium and a commemorative plaque, and is recognized at the ORS Annual Meeting.