The contributions of Harold M. Frost to the field of bone and mineral research have left an indelible mark on the current understanding of skeletal health and disease. Harold Frost's ideas transformed the face of skeletal biology and orthopedic science and he is regarded by many as being the most influential theoretician in skeletal biology of the 20th century. Harold Frost developed the process of quantitative bone histomorphometry, discovered the intermediary organization of bone and shed theoretical insights into the adaptation of bone to mechanical forces and hormones.

In addition to Harold Frost's many scientific accomplishments, he was a mentor to countless clinicians and basic scientists. For nearly forty years, he was an active participant of the International Sun Valley Hard Tissue Workshop, an annual meeting that emphasizes active participation and interaction between young investigators and senior investigators. Through his participation at the Sun Valley meeting, Harold Frost influenced many young scientists and made a profound impact on the direction of skeletal biology and metabolic bone disease.

ASBMR and the Sun Valley meeting organizers honor Harold Frost's legacy of supporting the development of young investigators by establishing the ASBMR Harold M. Frost Young Investigator Awards. Please click here to view the meeting's website.

The deadline for receipt of applications for the 2010 year has now passed. We look forward to receiving your application next year.

The ASBMR Harold M. Frost Young Investigator Awards were established in collaboration with the Sun Valley meeting organizers. Six awards of $1,500 each are awarded based on competitive application and review by a committee. The young investigators who receive awards are required to present their research during a 15 minute presentation at the Sun Valley Workshop on Musculoskeletal Biology.

This program is intended to stimulate young investigator development and provide them an opportunity to present their research.