Award
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases 5R01AR069060-08
Bioinspired Mechanically Stiff Hydrogels for Osteochondral Tissue Regeneration
Recipient
University of Colorado
Award Amount
$570,916.00
Ceiling
$570,916.00
Awarded
February 24, 2026
Identifier
5R01AR069060-08
This NIH grant supports the development and in vivo testing of a bioinspired hydrogel designed to regenerate osteochondral tissue by promoting stem cell differentiation and integration with surrounding tissue.
Description
Development of a mechanically competent, stem cell-based regenerative approach to treat osteochondral defects using an OC-mimetic hydrogel that supports mesenchymal stem cell differentiation and tissue regeneration.