The NIAMS funds research at institutions throughout the U.S. and around the world. We accept investigator-initiated applications, as well as accept applications for research grants and contracts in response to a published funding opportunity-Request for Applications (RFA), Request for Proposals (RFP) or Program Announcements (PA).
Arthritis Biology Program
Bone Biology, Metabolic Bone Disorders, and Osteoporosis Program
Cartilage and Connective Tissue Program
Clinical Osteoarthritis and Diagnostic Imaging Program
Clinical, Integrative Physiology, and Rare Diseases of Bone Program
Epidermis, Dermis and Skin Senses Program
Muscle Development and Physiology Program
Muscle Disorders and Therapies Program
Musculoskeletal Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Program
Orthopaedic Implant Science Program
The Orthopaedic Implant Science Program supports preclinical testing and development of orthopaedic implants and preclinical studies on implant wear and osteolysis.