Improving the performance of polymers used in artificial joints
Official title: Improving the Long-term Mechanical and Tribological Performances of Polymers for Total Joint Replacement Applications
Funded at Texas A&m University-Kingsville · NIH-10656470 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at new materials for hip and knee replacements to make them last longer and work better, helping to reduce wear and inflammation so that patients can enjoy their new joints without needing more surgeries down the line.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m University-Kingsville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kingsville, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $69,000 |
| NIH project number | 5SC3GM136636-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10656470 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are undergoing or have undergone total hip or knee replacement surgeries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require joint replacement surgery or those with contraindications for joint implants may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the materials used in total hip and knee replacements to improve their durability and performance over time. It investigates how different polymers, which are commonly used in joint prostheses, behave in lubricated environments and how their properties can be optimized to reduce wear and inflammation. By studying the long-term mechanical and tribological behaviors of these materials, the research aims to extend the lifespan of joint replacements and minimize the need for revision surgeries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to longer-lasting artificial joints, reducing the need for additional surgeries and improving patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in improving the materials used in joint replacements, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Texas A&m University-Kingsville
Kingsville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hossain, Mohammad Motaher — Texas A&m University-Kingsville
- Study coordinator: Hossain, Mohammad Motaher
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.