DoW Orthopaedic, Applied Research Award
This grant funds applied research to develop and evaluate solutions for treating and restoring function after combat- or service-related orthopaedic injuries, requiring preliminary data but excluding clinical research.
Funder: Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $3,800,000; ~4 awards anticipated
Summary: Supports applied research to advance treatment and functional restoration for orthopaedic injuries related to combat or service, with a focus on military relevance and non-clinical research.
Key Information: Preliminary data required; clinical research not allowed; open to all applicant types.
Description
This opportunity seeks applied research applications to advance optimal treatment and restoration of function for individuals with orthopaedic injuries sustained during combat or service-related activities. The program emphasizes work that refines concepts and ideas into potential solutions, with a focus on evaluating the technical feasibility of promising new products, pharmacologic agents, behavioral or rehabilitation interventions, diagnostic or therapeutic techniques, clinical guidance, and emerging approaches or technologies. Military relevance is required: research findings should benefit Service Members, their families, Veterans, and the general public. Clinical research (studies involving direct patient interventions or clinical trials) is not permitted. Preliminary data supporting the research concept is required.
