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02-17-2025 | Updated: 3-25-2025

Brian Johnstone, PhD, Director of Research, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, received the 2025 ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award. Dr. Johnstone was recognized for his body of research in skeletal tissue regeneration. He served as a member of the OREF Research Grants Committee from 2016-2024. The award was presented to Dr. Johnstone by OREF board president, Joshua J. Jacobs, MD.

The ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award was established in 2009 by the OREF and ORS to honor an individual who has significantly contributed to the field of orthopaedic research, to the ORS, and the OREF through their outstanding scientific achievements and their commitment of time and service.

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Brian Johnstone, PhD, Receives ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award

Mar 25, 2025, 17:45 PM

Dr. Johnstone received the award at the ORS Annual Meeting in Phoenix, AZ

Title : Brian Johnstone, PhD, Receives ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award

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Publish Date : 02-17-2025

Brian Johnstone, PhD, Director of Research, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, received the 2025 ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award. Dr. Johnstone was recognized for his body of research in skeletal tissue regeneration. He served as a member of the OREF Research Grants Committee from 2016-2024. The award was presented to Dr. Johnstone by OREF board president, Joshua J. Jacobs, MD.

The ORS/OREF Distinguished Investigator Award was established in 2009 by the OREF and ORS to honor an individual who has significantly contributed to the field of orthopaedic research, to the ORS, and the OREF through their outstanding scientific achievements and their commitment of time and service.

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