The Department of Biomaterials at the University of Oslo participated in reviving the Bone Research Symposium. After a brief hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are eager to reconvene this important event on Thursday, 16th November, at the Voksenåsen Conference Center. The organising committee, comprising Erik Fink Eriksen, Janne Reseland, and Unni Syversen, had created an engaging program that promises to ignite discussions and inspire new ideas in bone research. This year marks a significant milestone, the 20th anniversary of the symposium, first initiated in 2003 by Professors Unni Syversen and Jens Bollerslev.
The upcoming Bone Research Symposium, celebrating its 20th anniversary, is poised to be an enlightening and engaging event, took place at the scenic Voksenåsen Conference Center on 16th November 2023. The day it was commenced with a welcome address from Unni Syversen, St. Olavs Hospital. This introduction sets the stage for a series of thought-provoking talks delivered by renowned experts in the field and highlights Norwegian bone research over the last 20 years.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage with peers over lunch, a perfect time for networking and discussing potential collaborations. The afternoon sessions promised an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge doctoral research and the latest innovations in bone research. The symposium culminated with an evening dinner, providing a relaxed atmosphere for continued networking and discussions, fostering connections and future collaborative efforts.
This symposium was not just an academic event but a celebration of two decades of progress in bone research, offering a unique platform for knowledge exchange and the forging of new professional relationships, setting a landmark event as we delve into the future of bone research.
This year's symposium also featured particular segments reflecting on the journey of the past two decades, including advancements in bone regeneration and the crucial role of biomaterials. Guest speakers covered various topics, from the intricacies of bone turnover in different medical conditions to the latest innovations in osteoblast research and nanotechnology applications in bone healing.
We are particularly excited to delve into discussions on the brain-bone axis, a paradigm shift that opens new avenues in our understanding of bone physiology. The symposium also showcased Torben's imaging techniques and advancements, including synchrotron and desktop micro-CT for enhanced soft tissue visualisation in murine bone samples.
In closing, we reflected on the historical perspectives of bone diseases and the future of osteoporosis treatment, followed by an insightful talk on fracture liaison services and subsequent fracture risk.
The Bone Research Symposium was more than just an academic gathering; it celebrated two decades of progress, collaboration, and discovery. We enjoyed welcoming researchers, clinicians, and students to this landmark event as we continue to push the boundaries of bone research and biomaterials science.
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