Collaboration grounded in engineering evidence and clinical need

From laboratory discovery to demonstrable device performance

Multidisciplinary innovation in orthopedic devices depends on productive dialogue among clinicians, researchers, engineers, manufacturers, and evaluation specialists.

Potential collaborations may involve clinically relevant load cases, reference datasets, design and fabrication methods, mechanical characterization, preclinical evaluation, clinical translation, and education.

All partnerships and sponsorships are subject to organizer approval. Commercial participation should complement—not determine—the scientific content or conclusions.

Maintain clear boundaries between research and promotion.

The scientific program should prioritize transparent engineering methods, technical claims supported by evidence, applicable disclosures, appropriate limitations, and fair representation of competing approaches.