Young Investigator Research Development Award
This grant funds orthopedic trauma fellows to develop independent or collaborative research projects during their first post-fellowship year, fostering research skills and ongoing engagement with AO Trauma North America.
Funder: AO North America Inc.
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per award; distributed over the fellowship year and first year of practice.
Summary: Supports orthopedic trauma fellows in their first post-fellowship year to develop independent or collaborative research projects.
Description
This award provides funding for orthopedic trauma fellows who have completed AO Trauma North America (AO Trauma NA)-sponsored fellowships and are entering their first year of post-fellowship practice. The goal is to foster independent research skills and encourage ongoing engagement with AO Trauma NA as fellows transition into permanent academic or clinical roles. Recipients may pursue their own original research or contribute to established research initiatives, benefiting from mentorship and support within the AO Trauma NA community.
