[Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation](https://www.oref.org)

September 2026 (Nomination deadline, projected)

Honorary award; no monetary value specified.

Recognizes individuals with exceptional scientific achievements and service in orthopaedic research within the ORS and OREF communities.

--- ## Description This honorary award, jointly presented by the Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) and the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF), acknowledges an individual who has made significant, long-term contributions to orthopaedic research. The award celebrates outstanding scientific achievements, leadership, mentorship, and dedicated service to both the ORS and OREF. Nominees are evaluated by a committee of previous honorees and representatives from both organizations. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026: Nomination deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - This is an honorary award; no specific monetary value is associated with the recognition. --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must be an Established Member of the Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS). - Nominee should have a record of: - Outstanding scientific achievement in orthopaedic research - Significant volunteer contributions to the OREF and/or ORS - Demonstrated leadership and mentorship in the field - Significant career achievement and innovative research - Service and professionalism within the orthopaedic research community - Self-nominations and nominations from the review team are not accepted. --- ## Application Process - Nominations must be submitted by an individual other than the nominee. - Required nomination materials: - NIH Biosketch of the nominee - Letter of recommendation - Statement of service to ORS and OREF - Submit nominations via the official program page. For nominators who are not ORS members, contact the provided email for instructions. - A committee reviews all nominations and selects the honoree based on the outlined criteria. --- ## Additional Information - The award is intended to honor a career of distinguished achievement and service rather than a single project or publication. - Past recipients and further details can be found on the program pages. --- ## External Links - [Award Details and Nomination Instructions (OREF)](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/funding-opportunities/grant-details/ors-oref-distinguished-investigator-award) - [Program Page and Past Recipients (ORS)](https://www.ors.org/orsoref-distinguished-investigator-award/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|------------------------------------------| | General OREF Inquiries | info@oref.org / (847) 698-9980 | | ORS Nomination Support | [hyland@ors.org](mailto:hyland@ors.org) | | OREF Contact Page | [Contact OREF](https://www.oref.org/about-oref/contact-us) | ---

ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award

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