AAOS | OREF

| Updated: 5-29-2026

Now Accepting Manuscripts for the Caplan Award 

The deadline to submit manuscripts for the Arnold I. Caplan Award for Distinguished Research in Orthobiologics is August 1. Honoring the legacy of Arnold Caplan, PhD, this annual award honors the career achievements of researchers whose work has significantly impacted the development of new therapeutic solutions in orthobiologics and MSCs. The winner(s) will be celebrated at the AAOS 2027 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas.

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Awarding Excellent Research

Manuscripts are due July 1 for the OREF Clinical Research Award

06-01-2026

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Alvin Su, MD, PhD, awarded 2026 OREF Career Development Grant

The grant will fund research exploring development of bioengineered cartilage graft tissue that functions as native cartilage

05-15-2026

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OREF Opportunities for Residents are Open!

Applications are now open for OREF resident grants and NIH K Award support

03-23-2026

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