DoW Orthopaedic, Clinical Research Award
This grant funds clinical research on orthopaedic injuries to improve patient outcomes, focusing on areas like ligament trauma, osseointegration, return-to-duty, and military women's health for service members and the public.
Funder: Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA
Due Dates: August 19, 2026: Pre-Application (Preproposal) | November 18, 2026: Full Application | November 23, 2026: End of Application Verification Period
Funding Amounts: ~$13.6M total; RL1: up to $2M/award (2 awards); RL2: up to $3.2M/award (3 awards); up to 4 years/project
Summary: Supports clinical research and clinical trials addressing key orthopaedic injury focus areas to improve outcomes for Service Members, Veterans, and the public.
Description
This opportunity supports clinical research and clinical trials that address critical gaps in orthopaedic injury care, with an emphasis on optimizing recovery and return to duty for military personnel. The program aims to generate evidence that informs clinical practice and policy, benefiting Service Members, their families, Veterans, and the broader public. Projects must address at least one of the specified FY26 focus areas and demonstrate clear potential to impact patient care and reduce the burden of orthopaedic injury.
