Cartilage Biology, Structure and Function: From Development to Regeneration

The Cartilage Biology and Pathology GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

The GRC on Cartilage Biology and Pathology covers a broad range of topics and new technologies as cartilage is not only the earliest skeletal tissue that supports skeletal development from embryos to adulthood, but also serves an essential skeletal component of a functional adult skeletal system. In this regard, diseases that result in cartilage malformation or degeneration significantly affect the lifespan and quality of life of a large part of the population. The GRC will highlight recent advances and challenges in understanding cartilage biology and diseases. Established scientists and talented new investigators will report and discuss their most recent exciting findings according to this theme and will provide insights into the remaining challenges towards understanding the various aspects of cartilage biology, disease, and translational approaches. We expect the 2023 GRC on Cartilage Biology and Pathology to empower researchers across disciplines to make significant progress towards understanding cartilage biology and improving human health.