[Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation](https://www.oref.org)

February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

$50,000 total; typically for one year

Supports new investigators conducting innovative clinical research to advance the care and treatment of shoulder conditions.

Either PI or co-PI must be an ASES member; PI must not have received an NIH R01 or equivalent as PI.

--- ## Description This grant provides $50,000 in funding to support new investigators pursuing clinical research that advances the understanding and treatment of shoulder conditions. The program is designed to foster early-career researchers and promote high-quality clinical studies aimed at improving patient outcomes in orthopaedic shoulder care. Collaborative applications are encouraged, and the research should demonstrate clear clinical relevance. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $50,000 total award - Funding is typically provided for a one-year project period --- ## Eligibility - **Investigator Status:** The principal investigator (PI) must be a new investigator, defined as someone who has not received an NIH R01 or equivalent (e.g., VA, DOD, NSF) as PI. - **Membership:** Either the PI or co-PI must be a member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES). - **Professional Requirements:** - If the PI is an orthopaedic surgeon, they must be licensed to practice in the U.S. and employed at a U.S. institution. - If the PI is a PhD, they must hold a faculty appointment in an orthopaedic department at a U.S. institution (requires a letter from the department chair confirming appointment). - **Project Scope:** Research must demonstrate clinical relevance and have practical application. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via proposalCENTRAL (see program page for link and access). - Prepare required materials, including: - Research proposal - PI/co-PI eligibility documentation (e.g., ASES membership, faculty appointment letter if applicable) - Institutional approvals as needed - Only one application per PI per grant cycle is allowed. - Co-PIs may participate in multiple applications, but a PI may only submit one Letter of Intent (if required) per cycle. --- ## Additional Information - The grant specifically encourages innovative clinical research in shoulder care. - For questions about the application process or eligibility, contact the OREF Grants team. - Changes to deadlines or requirements will be posted on the [OREF funding opportunities page](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/funding-opportunities). --- ## External Links - [Program page and application details](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/funding-opportunities/grant-details/rockwood) - [OREF funding opportunities overview](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/funding-opportunities) - [Grant FAQs](https://www.oref.org/about-oref/resources/faqs) - [OREF contact page](https://www.oref.org/about-oref/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|-----------------------------------------| | Email | info@oref.org | | Phone | (847) 698-9980 | | Contact Form | [OREF Contact Page](https://www.oref.org/about-oref/contact-us) | | Address | 9400 W. Higgins Road, Suite 215, Rosemont, IL 60018-4975, United States |

OREF/ASES Rockwood Clinical Shoulder Research Grant

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