Scientific Committee
The ISPO Scientific Committee is responsible for all matters of ISPO relating to science (research, development and knowledge translation). In particular, it:
- strengthens ISPO’s contribution to the creation and dissemination of science in P&O;
- oversees the scientific activities of the Society as directed by the Executive Board;
- makes recommendations to the Executive Board about the scientific policy of ISPO.
Scientific Committee members
- Matthew Major (Chair)
- Helena Burger (Immediate Past Chair)
- Alex Dickinson
- Arezoo Eshraghi
- Cleveland Barnett
- Joyce Zhanzi Wang
- Kengo Ohnishi
- Manunchaya Samala
- Merel-Anne Brehm
- Ruud Leijendekkers
- Ulla Hellstrand Tang
Shape the future of research: Lend Your Expertise
ISPO’s Scientific Committee invites all professionals in the prosthetics, orthotics, and rehabilitation fields to take part in a global survey aimed at identifying priority research areas.Â
Goal: Gather diverse perspectives to help shape a global research agenda that supports innovation, addresses emerging needs, and strengthens the impact of prosthetic and orthotic services worldwide.
Time: Only 10 minutes to complete.
Impact: Ensure future research reflects real-world challenges.
Reach: Available in 8 languages, including Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish
Advance Your Research: The ISPO Mentorship Programme
IPOS: Improving Prosthetic and Orthotic Sciences
Accelerate your research career or share your expertise by joining our global mentorship community.
For Mentees
Seeking a Mentor?
Accelerate your research career by connecting with an experienced scientist.
As a Mentee, you will:
- Enhance your knowledge of research procedures.
- Receive guidance on preparing manuscripts for publication.
- Gain insights into study, networking, and funding opportunities.
- Develop a professional relationship with a leader in the field.
Requirements:
- You must be an ISPO member.
- Be active in communicating with your Mentor.
For Mentors
Become a Mentor
Share your expertise and shape the next generation of P&O researchers.
As a Mentor, you will:
- Coach a novice researcher from proposal to publication.
- Offer insight and guidance on career development.
- Develop a rewarding professional collaboration.
- Connect at least once a month (flexible time commitment).
Requirements:
- Participation is voluntary and you can withdraw at any time.
Programme Details
- Matching: Mentees are matched with Mentors based on shared research interests.
- Agreement: The relationship is based on a signed mentorship agreement to ensure clarity.
- Flexibility: Each relationship is unique, tailored to the Mentee’s specific interests and goals.
IPOS Mentor List
- Man Sang Wong
- Saeed Zahedi
- Helena Burger
- Arezoo Eshraghi
- Desmond Deirdre
- Nerrolyn Ramstrand
- Dick Plettenburg
- Tzaki Siev-Ner
- Matthew Major
- Jeanne Kagwiza
