OREF/John W. Brown Early-Stage Investigator Enabling Technologies in Musculoskeletal Care Research Grant
Supports early-stage investigators developing innovative technologies with clear clinical relevance to improve musculoskeletal health care and patient outcomes.
Funder: Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation
Due Dates: August 13, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | October 15, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 total per award; typically for a 1-year project.
Summary: Supports early-stage investigators researching innovative enabling technologies to improve musculoskeletal health care and patient outcomes.
Description
This grant supports early-stage investigators conducting research on innovative enabling technologies aimed at advancing musculoskeletal health care. The program honors John W. Brown, former CEO of Stryker, and seeks proposals that demonstrate clear clinical relevance and have the potential to benefit musculoskeletal patients. Projects should be investigator-initiated and ideally address new or emerging technologies with anticipated clinical impact.
