Advancing Cartilage Science Worldwide
The ICRS is the main forum for international collaboration in cartilaginous tissue research. We unite basis scientists, clinical researchers, physicians, and industry members interested in articular biology, its genetic basis, and regenerative medicine.
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Our mission it to advance Science & Education of the Prevention & Treatment of Cartilage Disease Worldwide. We seek to improve our patients´ quality of life, decrease their disability and reduce the impact of degenerative joint disease on healthcare systems.
Recognizing the continuum from cartilage injury to degenerative joint disease, we welcome all those interested in cartilage regeneration and joint preservation to join our Society and help promote the translation of scientific advances into clinical practice at the highest standards for the benefit of patients worldwide.
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Fellowship opportunities
Traveling Fellowships immerse young orthopaedic surgeons, residents, fellows and/or early-career scientists in the world of articular cartilage injury, repair and regeneration. Selected Fellows travel with a Godmother or Godfather to visit research facilities, observe surgical procedures and participate in social events with the expert host cartilage community.
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarships offer young orthopaedic surgeons, residents, fellows and/or early-career scientists interested in cartilage regeneration and joint preservation the opportunity to participate in ICRS educational events through waived registration fees. Typically, up to three candidates will be awarded per scholarship call.
Join the ICRS Patient Registry
The ICRS Patient Registry is the first international database for the clinical outcomes of cartilage repair and joint preservation treatments. We are passionate about inclusivity for our clinicians and patients, and currently offer the Registry in thirteen languages.
Publish in our journal JCJP
In 2021, we launched the peer-reviewed open access Journal of Cartilage & Joint Preservation (JCJP), in partnership with Elsevier. JCJP publishes state-of-the-art original articles and allows you to publish case series, review articles and video technique articles in a timely, peer-reviewed manner.
Join as Center of Excellence
The ICRS Centers of Excellence are the place to go for unique personalized learning experiences and practical advice from world-leading experts on the latest surgical techniques for cartilage repair, patient assessment and non-surgical treatment of cartilage damage.
Donate to our Foundation
Your donation to the Cartilage & Joint Preservation Foundation, Inc. supports the advancement of information and techniques to improve the scientific knowledge base for surgeons treating patients with early osteoarthritis and surface damage in joints.
ICRS IN NUMBERS
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1000+
Active Members
60+
Countries Represented
17+
World Congresses Organized
50+
Educational Events Organized
Membership categories
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Junior Members
Junior Members are individuals in training with an active interest in cartilage regeneration and joint preservation. They have voting rights and are subject to reduced membership fees.
Ordinary Members
Ordinary Members are individuals with an interest in cartilage regeneration and joint preservation. They have voting rights, can hold office, and are subject to membership fees.
Fellow Members
Fellow Members are individuals who have made significant contributions to the field or the Society. They have voting rights, can hold office, and are subject to membership fees.
Corporate Members
Corporate Members are corporations or organizations interested in the Society’s activities and objectives. Corporate members are subject to membership fees and can nominate five representatives, without the right to vote or hold office
Honorary Fellows
Honorary Fellow Membership is awarded to Fellows who have provided the Society with meritorious service or made outstanding contributions to the field. Honorary Fellows are exempt from all fees and have voting rights and the ability to hold office.
Retired Members
Members may, at the time of retirement from professional activities, request to the General Board to become a Retired Member. Retired members are exempt of all dues and have no right to vote or hold office.
Being an ICRS member played an integral role in developing me as a clinician-scientist. The scientific ideas and collaborations that I have developed over the past years within the ICRS family are innumerable for my career.
Cartilage is a field of main interest in orthopaedic and one of the most sparkling for research, furthermore ICRS family means a lot for me and my practice. I invite all the young surgeon and researchers of the field to participate.
I’ve been a member for >5 years and it has been a valuable experience. This community’s members have continued to innovate and push the envelope on cartilage and cartilage-related research. The member’s enthusiasm and commitment is so motivational for me as a young surgeon. I look forward to contributing for years to come!
For me, ICRS is a complete scientific Society, including clinicians and researchers in different fields with a high level of content and friendly community.
The only international community to lead researches towards joint preservation.
ICRS is a very dynamic society merging fundamental and clinical scientist. The ICRS is a meeting and exchange place for scientists and health professionals seeking to improve the health of patients with cartilage damage. The multidisciplinary approach to the problem is unique and rich in lessons.