FY09 Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program Hypothesis Development Award

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This award supports the initial exploration of innovative, untested, and potentially groundbreaking concepts in the field of orthopaedic research that may lead to promising new products, pharmacologic agents (drugs or biologics), behavioral interventions, devices, clinical guidance or emerging technologies for military combat-relevant orthopaedic injuries or rehabilitative care. Innovation and novelty of concept are important aspects of this award mechanism. Results of studies conducted through this award may provide the scientific rationale upon which a new hypothesis can be based, or it should provide initial principles of an innovative hypothesis. The Hypothesis Development Award is designed to provide investigators with the opportunity to pursue serendipitous observations; it is not intended to support ongoing work. The existence of preliminary data suggests that the research project should be submitted to a different award mechanism. Successfully completed Hypothesis Development Awards are expected to lead to research endeavors that will garner funding through the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) or other funding agencies.

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