Friday Bone Bites Did you know? Rare bone diseases are often under-recognized despite affecting millions worldwide. This week we spotlight the ECTS webinar: Denosumab for Rare Bone Disorders in Children and Adults 📅 Join us on 27 August!
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The European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) is the major organisation in Europe for researchers and clinicians working in the musculoskeletal field.
🦴 ECTS Clinical Training Course 2026 Interested in metabolic bone diseases? Join this online course for clinicians in training & clinical PhD students. 📅 13–14 Nov 2026 💻 Online 🔬 Lectures, case discussions & workshops with 20+ international experts. More info at buff.ly/rqlRfng
📢 PhD students & early-career researchers in bone & musculoskeletal science: join the ECTS PhD Training Course 2026! 📅 11–13 Sept 2026 📍 Manchester, UK Learn, present your work, get expert feedback, and build your international network through lectures, workshops, mentoring & discussions.
It's time for Friday Bone Bites!! Do you know? Healthy aging starts with healthy bones. Staying active, getting enough calcium and vitamin D, and reducing fall risk can help maintain mobility and independence as we age. The habits you build today support the strength you'll need tomorrow.
⏳ The countdown is on! The Herbert Fleisch Workshop 2026 starts soon: 14–16 September in Denmark. A unique opportunity for early-career researchers to learn, connect, and discuss the latest advances in metabolic bone disease. 🦴
Friday Bone Bites Let's talk about Summer Bone Health Tips Get vitamin D safely, stay active, eat calcium-rich foods, and nourish your bones. Bone health is built through consistent daily habits.
⏳ The countdown is on! Just over one month until the ECTS PhD Training Course brings together the next generation of bone researchers. Get ready for expert-led sessions, PhD presentations, mentoring opportunities, and valuable networking with peers from across the field. 🔗
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We are excited to launch "Friday Bone Bites", a new series dedicated to exploring key topics in bone health through short, practical explanations and evidence-based takeaways you can apply in everyday life. Stay tuned for the FIRST FRiday Bone Bite!
Meet the experts behind the Herbert Fleisch Workshop 2026! Join an outstanding international faculty for three days of cutting-edge science, mentoring, and networking in musculoskeletal and metabolic bone research. 📅 14–16 September 2026 📍 Denmark #ECTS #BoneResearch
Europe's been sweltering these past few weeks 🌡️ A UK study found fracture & orthopaedic trauma presentations rose significantly during a real heatwave — polytrauma cases more than doubled on the hottest days. Bone isn't as "inert" as we think 🦴 Stay hydrated, watch your step out there! #ECTS #bones
Registration is now open for the ECTS 2025 Training Courses! • PhD Training Course | 11–13 Sept | Register by 3rd September • Clinical Training Course | 13–14 Nov | Online Join us to learn, connect, and advance your research or clinical expertise. #ECTS #BoneResearch #ClinicalEducation
🔬 Meet the team behind our PhD Training Course (11–13 Sept 2026)! Thanks to Alex Ireland, Karan Shah, Carmen Huesa, and BjörnBusse for shaping an inspiring programme. 👉 Join us—register now! #PhDTraining #Academia #EarlyCareerResearchers #ECTS #BonesAndBeyond
Paper Highlight | Osteopetrosis and Related Osteoclast Disorders This ECTS and ERN BOND review explores osteopetrosis and related osteoclast disorders, highlighting current knowledge, clinical challenges, and important research gaps. Paper in the 1st comment #BonesAndBeyond#ECTS
Applications are open for the Herbert Fleisch Workshop 2026 (14–16 Sept, Denmark). A unique opportunity for postdocs, young PIs, and advanced PhD students in musculoskeletal research to learn from leading experts, present their work, and build collaborations. #ECTS #IFMRS #BoneResearch #DDEA
Applications are open for the ECTS PhD Training Course Join us 11–13 September at Manchester Metropolitan University for 3 days of learning, discussion, and networking for PhD students, postdocs & early-career researchers in musculoskeletal research. #ECTS ectsoc.org/education/ph...
Webinar TOMORROW! Date&Time: 21. May, 11 AM CET Theme: Exercise therapy in #osteoporosis Speaker: Belinda Beck Chair: Michaël R. Laurent #ECTS #BonesAndBeyond #OsteoporosisAwareness #BoneHealth
Thank you to all delegates, sponsors, volunteers, speakers, and organizers for an incredible ECTS Congress 2026 in Girona. 606 delegates, 342 accepted abstracts, 72 oral presentations, and 319 posters made this event unforgettable. What was your highlight? Stay tuned for future ECTS events.
May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month — a reminder that bone health matters at every stage of life. Join European Calcified Tissue Society in advancing bone health research. #ECTS #BoneHealth
🟡Today is Wishbone Day — wear yellow for those living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a rare genetic bone disorder causing fragile bones & frequent fractures. At ECTS Girona we explored how to run clinical trials in adults with OI. Awareness + action💛 #WishboneDay #OsteogenesisImperfecta #BoneHealth
Post-conference stiffness hits different. For many it fades — for people with ankylosing spondylitis, it doesn’t. Today (May 2) is World AS Day. Not Only Back Pain. Lace up orange? Drop it in the comments. #WorldASDay2026 #LaceUpForAxSpA #ECTS #BoneResearch #BoneandBeyond
🎉 Thrilled to share that Martine Cohen-Solal is the new President of the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS)! Her expertise in advancing bone research will undoubtedly steer ECTS toward even greater impact. Congratulations, Martine! 👏 #ECTS #BoneandBeyond
🌟 Exciting updates from the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) Communication Team! Our working group met at #ECTS2026 and welcomed new members to our Activity Groups. We reflected on a successful period behind us—full of impactful collaborations, visibility boosts, and community growth.
🙏 We extend our sincere thanks to Peter Pietschmann for his dedicated service as President of the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) from 2023 to 2026. Throughout his tenure, Pieter provided exemplary leadership and strategic vision in advancing society. #ECTS2026 #ECTSAcademy
🌟 A heartfelt thank you to #Michaela Tencerova for outstanding dedication and impactful work on the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) Board over the last two years at the ECTS Academy! 👋 #ECTS2026 #BonesandBeyond #ECTSAcademy
Day 4 of the ECTS conference 2026 in Girona, Spain, promises an inspiring close featuring: Translational Science & Innovation; Cutting-edge translational research; Educational sessions and emerging concepts. Conference programme: buff.ly/PWhJCdS #ECTS2026 #BonesandBeyond
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🏅 Proud to announce that Prof. Dr. Bente Langdahl (Aarhus University, Denmark) is the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Steven Boonen Clinical Research Award at ECTS 2026! Prof. Dr. Bente Langdahl is past-president of the ECTS and a leading expert in osteoendocrinology. 👏
Day 2: European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) Conference 2026 in Spain, featuring distinguished sessions including: Foundations & Guidelines; Award Lectures; Updates on guidelines and clinical standards of care; Dedicated industry symposia and networking opportunities. Programme:
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🔔 The first day of hashtag#ECTS2026 in Girona, Spain, has commenced, featuring distinguished sessions including: National Day, Mellanby Training, ECTS-ASBMR Debate, Opening Welcome Session Full conference programme in advance: buff.ly/PWhJCdS ECTS Academy Charity Event buff.ly/H2TMWMZ #ECTS2026
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Save the Date: ECTS 2026 in Girona, April 24-27. Cutting-edge bone research awaits! Speaker Highlight: Prof. Richard Eastell (Sheffield, Mellanby Centre) on osteoporosis & metabolic bone disease. ✅ Register now – one-day tickets available ✅ Download ECTS Mobile App for program ✅ buff.ly/3JLr3VR
