British Orthopaedic Research Society

The British Orthopaedic Research Society (BORS) is a multidisciplinary association devoted to facilitating collaboration in orthopaedic and musculoskeletal research.

BORS 2026

British Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting 2026

📅 8–9 September 2026
📍 Technology & Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom

The British Orthopaedic Research Society (BORS) Annual Meeting 2026 will take place on 8–9 September 2026 at the Technology & Innovation Centre (TIC) at the University of Strathclyde, located in the centre of Glasgow.

BORS 2026 will be a pan-Glasgow meeting, organised by a cross-institutional committee representing:

  • University of Strathclyde
  • University of Glasgow
  • Glasgow Caledonian University
  • NHS Golden Jubilee
  • The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Each institution will lead a dedicated scientific session, highlighting the breadth of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic research taking place across the region.

The BORS Annual Meeting traditionally attracts a balanced audience of practising orthopaedic surgeons and academic researchers, creating a highly translational environment that fosters collaboration between clinicians, scientists, engineers, and industry partners.

Key Dates

Important deadlines for abstract submission, registration, and the BORS 2026 Annual Meeting are listed below.

Abstract Submission

  • 20 March 2026 – Abstract submission opens
  • 1 May 2026 – Abstract submission deadline
  • 29 May 2026 – Abstract acceptance notifications

Registration

  • 1 June 2026 – Registration opens
  • 21 August 2026 – Registration closes

Registration fees and categories will be announced soon.

Conference

8–9 September 2026

BORS 2026 Annual Meeting
Technology & Innovation Centre
📍99 George Street, Glasgow, Scotland, G1 1RD (map)
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow

Venue

The Technology & Innovation Centre is one of the UK’s leading facilities for collaboration between academia, industry, and healthcare. The building provides modern lecture theatres, exhibition spaces, and networking areas, making it an ideal venue for scientific exchange and industry engagement.

Situated in the heart of Glasgow’s city centre innovation district, the venue is within walking distance of Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central railway stations, as well as a wide range of hotels, restaurants, and cultural attractions. You can reach the venue using a range of transport options. Follow the link below for further information:

Travelling to the Technology & Innovation Centre (link)

Further details regarding travel and accommodation will be provided closer to the meeting.

Further information on the scientific programme, keynote speakers, abstract submission, and registration will be announced soon.

Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities

BORS 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for organisations working in orthopaedics, musculoskeletal research, medical technology and related fields to engage with a highly translational audience of clinicians, researchers and industry partners.

A range of sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available for organisations wishing to support the meeting.

For further information, please contact the Local Organising Committee: bors2026-conf@strath.ac.uk

Local Organising Committee

  • Dr Philip Riches, Dr Jonathan Williams (University of Strathclyde)
  • Dr David Hamilton (Glasgow Caledonian University)
  • Prof Jon Clarke (NHS Golden Jubilee)
  • Prof Matthew Dalby, Mrs Claire Carberry (University of Glasgow)