Steven P. Arnoczky Young Investigator Grant
The Steven P. Arnoczky Young Investigator Grant from AOSSM supports early-career orthopaedic surgeons in clinical or basic science sports medicine research.
Funder: American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Due Dates: September 20, 2026 (Full proposal) | May 15, 2027 (Pre-proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 for clinical research and $40,000 for basic science research (up to $80,000 total); 1 award each per cycle; 1-year duration typical.
Summary: Supports early-career orthopaedic surgeons in clinical or basic science research to foster investigative skills in sports medicine.
Description
The Steven P. Arnoczky Young Investigator Grant, offered by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed to advance the careers of early-career orthopaedic surgeons by providing funding for both clinical and basic science research projects in sports medicine. The grant encourages young investigators to develop and lead research projects under the guidance of experienced mentors, supporting hypothesis generation, experimental design, data collection, and interpretation of results. The program aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in orthopaedic sports medicine research.
