Understanding and improving bone fracture healing
Official title: ORS/ISFR 18th Biennial Meeting (Orthopaedic Research Society/International Section for Fracture Repair
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11000613 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study brings together experts to share the latest ideas on how bones heal after fractures, aiming to improve care for the millions of people who break bones each year.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | July 18, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $15,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AR084891-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000613 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced bone fractures, particularly those with delayed or non-healing fractures.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with fractures that have already healed successfully may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the biology of bone healing, particularly for the millions of Americans who suffer from fractures each year. It aims to gather experts at the 18th Biennial Meeting of the International Section for Fracture Repair to discuss the latest scientific ideas and research findings related to fracture repair. The conference will cover topics such as the interaction of bone with other tissues, advancements in rehabilitation post-fracture, and innovative methods for assessing healing outcomes. By fostering collaboration among researchers, the goal is to develop new diagnostics and therapeutics that can enhance patient care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and outcomes for patients with bone fractures.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research initiatives in fracture healing have shown promise in advancing treatment approaches, indicating a strong foundation for this ongoing work.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Silva, Matthew J — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Silva, Matthew J
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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.