Christine Le Maitre

Professor of Musculoskeletal Cell Biology and Tissue Regeneration at The University of Sheffield

Professor Christine Le Maitre joined The University of Sheffield in 2022 as a Professor in the Department of Oncology and Metabolism, in the Medical School where she co-leads the Osteoarthritis and Disc Research Group in the Bone and Joint theme.

Previously, Professor Le Maitre worked at Sheffield Hallam University as a Senior Lecturer where, in 2019 she was the local committee host for the Society for Back Pain Research (SBPR) Annual Conference.  In 2023 Professor Le Maitre was elected to President Elect for the SBPR.

Her research focuses on investigating the pathogenesis of musculoskeletal disorders and novel therapies targeting pathogenesis and regenerative approaches. Working collaboratively nationally and internationally with clinicians, scientists, engineers, industrial partners and patients to pursue an improved understanding of musculoskeletal conditions and utilise this knowledge to develop the next generation of therapies.

Christine was also integral in securing The British Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting which came to Sheffield in September 2024.