Orthopaedic Research Program (ORP) – Clinical Research Award (FY26)
Supports clinical research and trials to improve treatment and rehabilitation for orthopaedic injuries in military personnel, aiming to optimize function and return to duty.
Funder: Military Health System Research Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026: Preproposal | September 2026: Full application
Funding Amounts: Up to $2M (clinical research) or $3.2M (clinical trial); max 4 years
Summary: Supports clinical research and trials to improve treatment and rehabilitation for orthopaedic injuries in military contexts.
Key Information: Preproposal required; application by invitation only.
Description
This funding opportunity supports innovative, high-impact clinical research and clinical trials focused on advancing treatment and rehabilitation for orthopaedic injuries sustained in combat and service-related activities. Projects must address at least one of the FY26 Orthopaedic Research Program (ORP) focus areas, with the goal of optimizing function and maximizing return to duty for injured military personnel. The program is managed by the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) under the Defense Health Agency.
Research may include both clinical research (non-interventional or interventional studies not meeting the definition of a clinical trial) and clinical trials, with separate funding levels for each. Applications must be supported by preliminary and/or published data.
