The OARSI meeting provided an informative journey through recent developments in OA research. The complexity of OA is apparent, but the advances in understanding are encouraging. A comprehension of the processes of chondrogenesis and inflammation is likely to provide new avenues for therapeutics. The presentations on chondrogenesis signified the importance of understanding the mechanisms underlying cartilage generation, as well as degeneration. In particular, OA chondrocytes may undergo dedif...