ECTS Mike Horton Award
Nominations period: nominations are open till 15 December 2025
Professor Mike Horton (1948-2010) was a hematologist-turned-basic scientist who made significant contributions in the bone field and beyond. He performed pioneering work in osteoclast biology which resulted, among other things, in the recognition of the alpha v beta 3 integrin as a therapeutic target for inhibiting bone resorption. His warm personality and wide-ranging interests inspired many young researchers.
The award is for €1000 (Euros) and is announced during the ECTS annual congress.
Eligibility
The ECTS Mike Horton Award is open to individuals who have made a significant basic or translational contribution to the field of bone and calcified tissue.
ECTS Board members are not eligible to this award during term of office in the ECTS Board.
Submission Procedure
Nominations are open till 15 December 2025
Nominees must be nominated and seconded by ECTS members.
Nominations should be submitted via the online form.
Review Procedure
All nominations are reviewed by an independent panel of reviewers. The final decision is based on the marks and comments from the reviewers and any conflicts of interest are identified and dealt with appropriately.
Winner of the 2025 Mike Horton Award
Congratulations to Martina Rauner, Professor, Technical University of Dresden, Medical Faculty Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany, recipient of the 2025 Mike Horton Award presented during the ECTS 2025 Congress in Innsbruck.
For a full list of previous Award recipients, please visit the Previous Grants section.
Professor Martina Rauner is a leading figure in bone research, serving as Co-Speaker of the German consortium“DIONE” on inflammatory bone loss and Speaker of the consortium “FerrOs” on iron regulation and bone, while alsocoordinating international consortia such as HORIZON 2020 ITN “FIDELIO” on diabetes and bone. Her leadership extends topivotal roles within the academic system, including membership in the Habilitation and Research Commissions of the MedicalFaculty at Dresden University, as well as her active engagement in various scientific societies.
Martina’s service to the broader scientific community is impressive: she is President of the German Osteology Society, hasheld editorial positions with Communications Biology and Endocrine Connections, and has contributed significantly to theEuropean Calcified Tissue Society. As a dedicated mentor, she has supervised over 15 doctoral theses, numerous Master’sand Bachelor’s projects, and actively supports early career researchers and school outreach programs, inspiring futuregenerations.
Martina’s exceptional work has earned her prestigious awards, including the Eva Luise Köhler Prize and the ASBMR FullerAlbright Award, reflecting her innovative and impactful research. Her dedication, leadership, and achievements make her anideal candidate for this award, and I wholeheartedly support her nomination.
