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International Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Society

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International Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Society

The ICRS is the main forum for international collaboration in cartilaginous tissue research and joint preservation.

The ICRS is a charitable medical association, founded in 1997 and envisages the scientific research and the exchange of knowledge among physicians, scientists, patients and industry in the field of Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Recognizing that there is a continuum from cartilage injury to degenerative joint disease we bring together basic scientists, clinical researchers, physicians, other healthcare providers and members of industry, engaged or interested in the field of articular biology, its genetic basis and regenerative medicine. We seek to improve our patients´ quality of life, decrease their disability and reduce the impact of degenerative joint disease on healthcare systems worldwide by preserving joints and maintaining function. The Society has currently 1200 active members from 65 countries. Our Mission is: Advancing Science & Education of the Prevention & Treatment of Cartilage Disease Worldwide

25/02/2026

ICRS Communication Chair Dr Francesca Vannini shares what’s ahead for our global community:

• Surgical Skills Course – Warsaw (April 24-25, 2026)
• ICRS Focus Meeting – Chicago (September 24-25, 2026)
• ICRS Summit – Porto (October 8-10, 2026)
• ICRS World Congress 2027 – Rotterdam (May 1-3, 2027)

From hands-on surgical training to high-level scientific exchange, ICRS continues to connect experts in cartilage regeneration and joint preservation worldwide.

Join us on the journey.

ICRS Events: https://cartilage.org/event-calendar/

23/02/2026

Meniscus centralization aims to restore meniscal coverage of the tibial plateau by reducing extrusion, improving load distribution, and decreasing focal cartilage stress. In this lecture, Dr. Krych, ICRS treasurer, highlights during the 2025 ICRS World Congress in Boston how reestablishing hoop tension and joint biomechanics can slow degenerative changes, alleviate pain, and help preserve knee function in patients at risk of early osteoarthritis.

EDUC@RT is ICRS’s digital library offering access to the webcasts, abstracts, and e-posters on cartilage research and surgery from ICRS 2025 and the 7th ICRS Summit 2024. It includes recorded congress presentations on topics such as tissue engineering, osteoarthritis, and regenerative therapies, available free to active members.

Join Educ@rt and watch Dr. Krych's lecture on meniscus centralization in joint preservation.

Educ@RT: https://cartilage.org/educart

19/02/2026

A new study in Biofabrication demonstrates an innovative approach to engineering reinforced cartilage constructs by integrating Laser-Induced Forward Transfer (LIFT) with Melt Electrowriting (MEW) technology. The research team successfully leveraged LIFT to precisely deposit articular cartilage progenitor cell spheroids into fibrous polymer scaffolds produced by MEW, overcoming key challenges in controlled spheroid placement, maintaining high cell viability and supporting chondrogenic differentiation. By optimizing laser parameters and bioink characteristics, they achieved precise spatial control of cell incorporation within reinforcing scaffolds — a crucial step toward automated, high-fidelity bioprinting of functional cartilage tissue. This convergent biofabrication strategy could accelerate the production of robust tissue grafts for cartilage repair and regeneration, bringing us closer to clinically relevant engineered cartilage solutions.

Discover the future of cartilage biofabrication today: https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1758-5090/ae3c43

10/02/2026

Registration for the 8th ICRS Summit Porto 2026 is now open!

The 8th ICRS Summit in Porto, Portugal from October 8–10, 2026, promises to be one of our most forward-looking gatherings yet, bringing together global leaders, innovative thinkers, and dedicated clinicians in the field of cartilage repair, regeneration and joint preservation.

Join us and take advantage of the reduced early bird registration fee - available until June 15, 2026 only!

Register now: https://cartilage.org/8th-icrs-summit-porto-2026/registration/

09/02/2026

With a recent review published in Clinics in Sport Medicine Journal, ICRS pillar and co-authors provide a comprehensive overview of the current knowledge on subchondral bone injuries. They include a wide range of traumatic and atraumatic pathologies, including bone bruise, osteoarthritis, spontaneous insufficiency fractures, and osteonecrosis.

The most critical discrimination is between reversible and irreversible conditions, and to provide the most appropriate treatment it is important to understand subchondral bone biology and its pathology.

Current available non-prosthetic surgical treatment options include intra-osseus injections of different types of orthobiologics (platelet rich plasma, microfragmented adipose tissue, bone marrow aspirate concentrate) or bone substitute (as in Subchondroplasty technique), and osteo-core plasty technique (a minimally invasive treatment that consists of two parts: (1) decompression of bone marrow and the administration of BMAC to promote tissue healing, and (2) implantation of bone autograft to provide mechanical support).

Read the full article at: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0278591924001558?via%3Dihub (paywall)

02/02/2026

Save the date: ICRS Focus Meeting – Chicago, September 24–25, 2026

ICRS is thrilled to announce an upcoming non-CME Focus Meeting in Chicago, taking place on September 24–25, 2026, organized by Dr. Brian Cole, MD MBA, and Dr. Adam Yanke, MD PhD.

This 1.5-day meeting will address the rapidly evolving landscape of knee cartilage treatment in the US, at a time when multiple new non-operative and operative solutions have recently been introduced and approved.

The program focuses on knee joint preservation and supports clinical decision-making through a practical, evidence-based framework. Participants can expect case-based presentations, re-live surgical videos, and expert-led discussions built around realistic patient scenarios, reflecting both real-world clinical experience and current literature.

Save the date! Registration will open soon.

30/01/2026

Hurricane Helene in September 2024 disrupted saline distribution, causing a months-long shortage in US hospitals. Saline is essential for irrigation in orthopedic procedures, including arthroscopy. While alternatives such as lactated Ringer’s and multielectrolyte solutions have gained attention, e...

29/01/2026

This diploma program is organized by CORE Clinic, director Jose Carrillo, and by Dr. Jorge Fajardo Chavez, member of ICRS, in Mexico and is offered in five online modules and a final in-person module with live practical sessions.

The program is endorsed by ICRS, as well as by the University of Querétaro, the Mexican Stem Cell Council, and the Mexican Council for Research Purposes.

https://mesoheal.com.mx/diplomado/

26/01/2026

Discover how gene therapy is transforming osteoarthritis treatment!

Join us on 25 February 2026 at 17:00 CET for the ICRS-PACIRA Webinar
“How Gene Therapy Is Redefining the Future of Osteoarthritis Treatment – Novel Gene Delivery Systems: From Bench to Bedside.”

Our invited speakers, Dr. Kilian Guse, Prof. Christopher Evans, and Ms. Monica Pianella, along with webinar moderator Prof. Yves Henrotin, will discuss:

- Cutting-edge gene delivery strategies
- Preclinical and early clinical breakthroughs
- Key regulatory considerations for translating gene therapies to safe, effective treatments

This webinar is open to all! 📌 Register now to secure your spot: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SH-4pENQSXStS5soIK571w

19/01/2026

The ICRS Sachdev Translational Innovation Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications.

This fellowship is designed for early- to mid-career translational scientists working in cartilage regeneration and joint preservation. The program offers hands-on exposure to leading North American institutions and provides a unique opportunity to strengthen translational research skills, foster international collaboration, and accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into clinical solutions.

The fellowship is led and mentored by ICRS Past President Prof. Daniel A. Grande, PhD (Northwell), who serves as the Godfather of the Fellowship and supports fellows throughout the program.

Learn more and apply via the official ICRS website: https://cartilage.org/grants-fellowships-scholarships/

14/01/2026

We are delighted by the strong interest in the ICRS Surgical Skills Course in Warsaw, which is now fully booked.

If you were hoping to attend, please contact the ICRS Office to be placed on the waiting list. We will be happy to keep you informed should a place become available.

13/01/2026

Meet the driving force behind our success: The Brilliant Minds of Our Fellowship, Scholarship & Research Grant Committee🌟

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Dienstag	09:00 - 17:00
Mittwoch	09:00 - 17:00
Donnerstag	09:00 - 17:00
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“The ICRS is the main forum for international collaboration in cartilaginous tissue research and joint preservation. Recognizing that there is a continuum from cartilage injury to degenerative joint disease we bring together basic scientists, clinical researchers, physicians, other healthcare providers and members of industry, engaged or interested in the field of articular biology, its genetic basis and regenerative medicine. We seek to improve our patients´ quality of life, decrease their disability and reduce the impact of degenerative joint disease on healthcare systems worldwide by preserving joints and maintaining function.” The Society has currently 1300 active members from 65 countries.

Our Mission is: Advancing Science & Education of the Prevention & Treatment of Cartilage Disease Worldwide