British Orthopaedic Research Society

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Applications Now Open: BORS–BJR Travelling Fellowship 2027

Applications are now open for the BORS–BJR Travelling Fellowship 2027, offering early- and mid-career musculoskeletal researchers the opportunity to visit leading European research centres, develop international collaborations and attend EORS 2027.

Application deadline: Friday 13 November 2026

BORS–BJR Travelling Fellowship 2027 Application

Thank You for a Fantastic BORS 2026!

The British Orthopaedic Research Society would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the BORS Annual Meeting 2026.

We are particularly grateful to the organising committee, our sponsors, invited speakers, presenters and all attendees for their contributions, enthusiasm and engagement throughout the meeting.

The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to showcase the latest advances in orthopaedic and musculoskeletal research, share knowledge and strengthen collaborations across our research community.

Thank you for making BORS 2026 such a success. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting!

Click here for more information about BORS 2026.

Membership Changes 2025

We’re making some important changes to simplify BORS membership processes. These updates have been carefully considered and shared with the BORS Trustees and members at the most recent AGM.

Key Changes:

Single Payment System:
All membership payments will now be processed through GoCardless. If you’re not already using GoCardless, please sign up and complete the required forms.
Single Membership Rate:
From 2025, we will have one standard membership rate of £50 per year. Student members will no longer have a separate rate but will benefit from discounts on conference fees and eligibility for awards and fellowships.
New Payment Date:
Membership payments will now be aligned with the annual conference. Payments for 2025 are due by 1 August 2025. February payments will no longer be taken.

To join please complete the online membership application form and GoCardless Direct Debit membership payment form available here.

Become a BORS member

BORS membership is only £50 per year and includes the following benefits:

Reduced registration fee for the annual meeting, with abstracts published in Orthopaedic Proceedings.
Eligibility to apply for BORS awards and the BORS/BJR International Travelling Fellowships.
Eligibility to apply for BORS awards at the British Orthopaedic Association.
Eligibility to serve on the BORS committee.

To join please complete the online membership application form and GoCardless Direct Debit membership payment form available here.