Award
NIH Reporter #1R21AR087081-01A1
Efficacy of Sustained Anti-inflammatory Delivery in a Naturally Occurring Cruciate Ligament Injury Model
Recipient
University of Pennsylvania
Award Amount
$389,737.00
Ceiling
$389,737.00
Awarded
September 08, 2026
Identifier
1R21AR087081-01A1
The University of Pennsylvania received NIH funding to study sustained delivery of anti-inflammatory agents for cruciate ligament injuries in dogs, evaluating safety, efficacy, and postoperative recovery.
Description
Project to develop and evaluate mechanically activated microcapsules delivering sustained anti-inflammatory treatment in dogs with naturally occurring cruciate ligament injury, comparing the delivery system with injections of unencapsulated factors.