OTA International Research Grant

OTA International Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Orthopaedic Trauma Foundation Inc
Amount: Up to US $20,000
Last Updated: March 18, 2026

Summary

The OTA International Research Grant supports innovative research in orthopaedic trauma care, offering two awards of up to $20,000 each. These awards are available for international members conducting research outside of North America, with specific allocations for low-income and high-income countries. The grant aims to enhance the quality of care for injured patients through scientific exploration and education, fostering diversity and inclusion within the orthopaedic community.

Overview

Orthopaedic Trauma Association Mission The mission of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) is to promote excellence in care for the injured patient, through provision of scientific forums and support of musculoskeletal research and education of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the public. Vision The OTA will be the authoritative source for the optimum treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal injury, will effectively communicate this information to the Orthopaedic and medical community and will seek to influence health care policy that impacts care and prevention of injury. Value The OTA is adaptable, forward thinking and fiscally responsible and is composed of a diverse world wide membership who provide care and improve the knowledge base for the treatment of injured patients. OTA members provide worldwide leadership through education, research and patient advocacy. Diversity The OTA promotes and values diversity and inclusion at all levels with the goal of creating an environment where every member has the opportunity to excel in leadership, education, and culturally-competent orthopaedic trauma care. International Research Grant OTA will offer two awards for International Grants up to $20,000 each ($10,000 over two years) based on the international member residency according to the World Bank grouping. One award up to $20,000 for lower-middle and low income countries and the second award up to $20,000 to high and upper-middle income countries.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The principal investigator must be a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (in good standing) outside of North America and the research must be conducted outside of North America. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Must be a member (in good standing) outside of North America.

Ineligibility

Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) funds may not be used for remodeling or building construction costs.