AutoCRAT partners at LUMC have been awarded funding for two AutoCRAT-related research projects
Springing from their work in AutoCRAT, The Leiden University Medical Center is involved in two new, related NWA-ORC funded projects. The 2022 NWA-ORC science-encompassing funding round is aimed at making interdisciplinary research and innovation possible, so that scientific and societal breakthroughs come within reach.
LUMC is a partner in the LS-NeoCarE consortium that aims to develop regenerative treatment methods for osteoarthritis. LS-NeoCarE wants to improve the lives of people with osteoarthritis by developing durable regenerative cartilage implants. These living implants are based on revolutionary stem cell, bioreactor, and 3D-printing technologies. Through the active involvement of researchers, industry, doctors, and patient organizations, the project creates support among both patients and doctors for applicability and with industry for marketing the developed implants. The project is funded by an NWA-ORC grant of 3.2 million Euros.
Secondly, the LUMC is a partner in the LoaD project that seeks answers to the question: What is ‘healthy load’ for people with osteoarthritis?” This research focuses on investigating what a healthy exercise load is for osteoarthritis patients so that they can receive tailor-made support. This project is also funded by an NWA-ORC grant.