Skeletal interfaces in health and disease – Where two worlds interact: The Salzburg Leopoldina Symposium 2025 - Bridging disciplines and perspectives

By creating a platform for cross-disciplinary exchange, the symposium illustrated how musculoskeletal research benefits from conceptual bridges between different scientific fields. Such interfaces may not only inspire novel research questions, but also hold potential to redefine clinical applications and public health strategies. This perspective article reflects the transdisciplinary spirit of the symposium, aiming to capture and communicate the enthusiasm, scientific breadth, and collaborative energy that emerged during the meeting.