Special Issue of the 29th Annual Meeting of the European Orthopaedic Research Society (EORS 2021)

Dear Colleagues,

Orthopedics has been significantly affected by the introduction of new technologies and new materials.

The aim of this Special Issue is to cover the wide range of research lines developed by the members and collaborators of the European Orthopaedic Research Society (EORS) and other researchers within the field of Orthopedic research.

The main objective of the “Special Issue of the 29th Annual Meeting of the European Orthopaedic Research Society (EORS 2021)” is to publish outstanding papers presenting cutting-edge advances in the field of Orthopedics, promoting orthopedic and musculoskeletal research, including the fields of engineering, biology, and clinical research.

Indeed, the European Orthopaedic Research Society (EORS) has always had the aim to accelerate musculoskeletal discovery to improve health. The EORS 2021 Annual Meeting represents a reference point in the field of orthopedic and musculoskeletal research. Indeed, EORS 2021 provides a perfect forum to share knowledge and explore the latest trends in orthopedic science and surgery.

This Special Issue discusses current and future trends in the orthopedic field, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses and providing new intervention strategies offering the chance to leading scientists and researchers to advance treatments through innovation.

The main topics covered by this Special Issue are scientific contributions on the following research topics:

• Biomaterials;
• Arthroplasty;
• Biomechanics;
• Bone biology and pathophysiology;
• Hand and shoulder;
• Cartilage tissue engineering;
• Sports medicine;
• Trauma research;
• Knee arthroplasty;
• Orthopedic clinical research;
• Disc degeneration and regeneration;
• Trauma research;
• Biosurfaces for bone implants;
• 3D printing in orthopedic surgery;
• Trauma research;
• Tissue engineering;
• Shoulder arthroplasty;
• Spine;
• Robotics, navigation, and virtual reality.

It is our pleasure to invite members and professionals of EORS, academic institutions, and research centers from around the world to submit their contributions to this Special Issue.

Dr. Gianluca Vadalà
Dr. Biagio Zampogna
Dr. Fabrizio Russo
Prof. Dr. Rocco Papalia
Prof. Dr. Vincenzo Denaro
Guest Editors

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