In November 2005, the Foundation became a company limited by guarantee, the governing body being a Board of Directors.
The Foundation has established its rightful place as one of the most important names in orthopaedic research in the UK. We are currently supporting in excess of 58 research projects, comprising various streams including: PhD, MD, Post-Doc and Clinical Fellowship.
The Foundation also organises various forums to bring together different disciplines and experts in the field of orthopaedics in the form of: conferences, symposia, courses, etc.
Our Mission statement is as follows:
- Support high quality research in novel biomaterials, surgical procedures and devices related to the musculoskeletal system
- Publish and disseminate research data
- Organise symposia, workshops and courses
- Encourage collaboration between centres of excellence in compatible research subjects
The current Trustees of the Foundation are as follows:
- Mr Robert Vallings - Chairman of the Board of Trustees
- Mr Anthony Andrews
- Mr Brian Jones
- Mr David Martin
- Mr John Edge
The Foundation is currently in the process of recruiting more Trustees for their board.